Easy Cilantro Lime Chicken
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Marinate Time
30 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
6 one thigh each
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Calories
23882 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Easy Cilantro Lime Chicken
Description
Easy Cilantro Lime Chicken combines marinated boneless, skinless chicken thighs with a fragrant blend of garlic, cumin, lime zest, lime juice, and cilantro. The marinade infuses the chicken with bright, citrus-forward flavors balanced by savory and herbaceous elements. Cooking the thighs in a hot skillet develops a browned exterior while preserving the juiciness inside. Adding some fresh cilantro after cooking refreshes the dish with vibrant herbal notes. Serving with lime wedges allows for additional citrus tang at the table. This preparation is straightforward and highlights the balance of lime and cilantro flavors paired with tender chicken thighs.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil $0.32
- 4 cloves garlic $0.32, minced
- 1/2 tsp cumin $0.05
- 1/2 tsp salt $0.02
- black pepper $0.05, freshly cracked
- 2 lime $0.40, divided
- 1/2 bunch cilantro $0.40, divided
- 6 chicken thighs $5.11, boneless, skinless; 1.5 to 1.75 lbs. total
Instructions
- Combine the olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and some freshly cracked pepper (about 10 cranks of a pepper mill) in a small bowl.
- Zest one of the limes and then squeeze the juice. You'll need 2-3 Tbsp juice, so if needed, juice half of the second lime. Cut the remaining lime into wedges to garnish the chicken once cooked. Roughly chop the cilantro.
- Add 1 tsp of the lime zest, 2-3 Tbsp of the lime juice, and half of the chopped cilantro to the marinade. Stir to combine. (The remaining cilantro will be added fresh after cooking the chicken.)
- Place the chicken thighs in a shallow dish or a large zip top bag. Add the marinade and toss the chicken to coat. Allow the chicken to marinate for 30 minutes or up to 8 hours (refrigerated), turning it once or twice as it marinates.
- When ready to cook the chicken, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until well browned and cooked through. My chicken had enough of an oil coating from the marinade that I did not need to add any extra to the skillet.
- Top the cooked chicken with more fresh cilantro and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Serve with any extra lime wedges.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6one thigh each
Amount Per Serving
Calories 23882 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Serving | |
| Calories | 238.82kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 3.42g | 1% |
| Protein | 22.63g | 45% |
| Fat | 16.28g | 25% |
| Sodium | 340.73mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 0.92g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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