Cilantro Lime Chicken
Experience the vibrant flavors of our Cilantro Lime Chicken, a crowd-pleaser that’s both easy to make and irresistibly delicious. This dish features juicy chicken thighs marinated in a zesty blend of fresh cilantro, tangy lime juice, and aromatic garlic. Perfect for any occasion—be it a family dinner or a casual barbecue—this recipe is versatile enough to be grilled, baked, or pan-fried. With a quick preparation time and healthy ingredients, you can enjoy a satisfying meal that bursts with flavor and freshness. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a complete and delightful dining experience that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- 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
- Lime wedges for garnish
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, red chili flakes, and salt.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade, coating them well. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes (up to 2 hours for more flavor).
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and pan-fry the chicken skin-side down until slightly browned. Flip and brown the other side.
- Spoon the remaining marinade over the chicken and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for about 20 minutes or until fully cooked.
- Serve on a platter, garnishing with fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (170g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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