Cilantro Lime Chicken
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Cilantro Lime Chicken, a dish that combines juicy chicken thighs with a zesty marinade of fresh cilantro, tangy lime juice, and aromatic garlic. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this recipe offers versatility as it can be pan-fried, baked, or grilled. In just 20 minutes, you can serve up a meal that boasts bold flavors while remaining healthy and easy to customize. Add more spice if you’re feeling adventurous or keep it mild for family favorites—either way, this dish is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs. skin-on deboned chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tablespoons cilantro (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, cilantro, lime juice, chili flakes, and salt.
- Add the chicken to the marinade and coat well. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes (up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken skin-side down until browned. Flip and brown the other side.
- Spoon any remaining marinade over the chicken and transfer the skillet to the oven. Bake for 20 minutes until fully cooked.
- Serve garnished with lime wedges and chopped cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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