Cilantro Lime Chicken
Cilantro Lime Chicken is a flavorful and quick dinner option that will elevate your weeknight meals. The zesty marinade, made from fresh lime juice and vibrant cilantro, infuses juicy chicken thighs with a burst of flavor that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, red pepper flakes, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade and toss until well coated. Marinate for at least 15 minutes (up to 2 hours in the fridge).
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook marinated chicken thighs for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Serve garnished with fresh lime juice and additional cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 98mg
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