Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Cilantro Lime Chicken, a dish that brings together zesty lime juice, fresh cilantro, and aromatic garlic. This juicy chicken, marinated to perfection, is versatile enough for any occasion—be it a family dinner or a festive gathering. With a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create a meal that offers a delightful burst of taste. Whether you choose to pan-fry, bake, or grill, this recipe promises to be a crowd-pleaser.
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
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, lime juice, red chili flakes, and salt to create the marinade.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and stir until well-coated. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes; for best results, marinate for up to 2 hours.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and pan-fry the chicken skin-side down until golden brown on both sides.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and spoon any remaining marinade on top. Bake for about 20 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve with fresh lime wedges and additional chopped cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 140mg