Cilantro Lime Chicken
Cilantro Lime Chicken is a deliciously vibrant dish that brings the bold flavors of Mexico to your table. Marinated in a zesty blend of fresh cilantro, tangy lime juice, and aromatic garlic, this chicken is perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a dinner party or whipping up a quick weeknight meal. The easy preparation allows you to grill, bake, or pan-fry the chicken to achieve that succulent, juicy texture. With each bite, you’ll experience an explosion of fresh flavors that will leave your taste buds craving more.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 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 cilantro (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- Salt to taste
- Lime wedges and chopped cilantro for garnishing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, lime juice, red chili flakes, and salt.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and coat evenly. Allow them to marinate for at least 15 minutes (up to 2 hours for optimal flavor).
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and pan-fry the chicken skin-side down until browned (about 5 minutes). Flip and brown the other side.
- Spoon remaining marinade over the chicken in the skillet and transfer it to the oven. Bake for about 20 minutes until fully cooked through.
- Serve on a platter with garnishes of lime wedges and chopped cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (175g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
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