Cilantro Lime Chicken
Enjoy flavorful and juicy Cilantro Lime Chicken with a zesty marinade. Try this easy recipe that’s perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- 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 fresh cilantro (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Salt to taste
- Red chili flakes to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and red chili flakes.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade and stir well to coat. Marinate for at least 15 minutes (up to 2 hours for best flavor).
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place chicken skin-side down and cook until browned on both sides.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes or until fully cooked.
- Serve garnished with fresh lime wedges and chopped cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (150g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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