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Cilantro Lime Chicken

Zesty Cilantro Lime Chicken That Transforms Dinner Time

Cilantro Lime Chicken is a quick, flavorful dish that brings a taste of summer to your kitchen.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 44 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil can be swapped with any neutral oil
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced use garlic powder in a pinch
  • 1 tablespoon honey can be replaced with maple syrup for vegan option
  • 2 teaspoons lime zest don’t skip this for the best results
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice bottled lime juice can work in a pinch
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, minced substitute with parsley if needed
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder adjust based on your taste preferences
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt sea salt can be used instead
  • ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper pre-ground black pepper is fine if you’re low on time
For the Chicken
  • 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs chicken breasts can be substituted if preferred

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • nonstick skillet
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ¼ cup of extra-virgin olive oil, 6 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon of honey, 2 teaspoons of lime zest, and ¼ cup of fresh lime juice. Add ¼ cup of minced fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon of freshly cracked black pepper. Whisk thoroughly until well-blended.
  2. Add 3 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours.
  3. Place a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and preheat for about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium as necessary.
  4. Carefully add the marinated chicken thighs to the skillet in batches. Cook each side for approximately 6 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Once cooked, remove the chicken thighs from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 690mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 220IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate for up to 2 hours. Ensure a meat thermometer confirms an internal temperature of 165°F for juiciness.

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