Description
Juicy and flavorful chicken thighs marinated in lime, garlic, and spices, then cooked to golden perfection and finished with fresh cilantro for a bright and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 whole limes, juiced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, cumin, and chili powder.
- Lightly oil the skillet if needed and ensure it is hot.
- Coat the chicken thighs evenly with the marinade.
- Place chicken skin side down and cook for 7 to 8 minutes, then flip and cook another 10 to 12 minutes until fully cooked and golden.
- Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the chicken and add an extra squeeze of lime juice.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes for deeper flavor.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best taste.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan to achieve a good sear.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
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