Cilantro-Lime Chicken

Easy Cilantro Lime chicken is full of bright summer flavors. Cook it quickly in a saucepan, or place it on the grill for a quick dinner!

It’s sunny, and on May 5th (Cinco de Mayo) next week, I’m here for fresh and fresh flavors like coriander and lemon. Well, so I actually want to drink margaritas, but my body no longer allows me to drink a lot of drink, so I’ll get these flavors through the chicken.

Easy Cilantro Lime Chicken This is a quick and convenient version of my old recipe, Cilantro Lime Chicken, which can be baked in the oven. The fryer is quicker and easier, the bony thighs I use are always thin and juicy, There are definitely some options for this recipe, so be sure to continue reading to learn more!

Cilantro-Lime Chicken

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• Author: Pinerday
• Prep Time: 2 hour 15 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 2 hour 35 mins
• Yield: 6 servings 1x

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Description

This is truly the most AMAZING zesty cilantro-lime marinade ever. And the chicken comes out perfectly juicy and tender.

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Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 tablespoon lime zest
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, combine cilantro, 2 tablespoons olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper.
2. In a gallon size Ziploc bag or large bowl, combine chicken and cilantro mixture; marinate for at least 2 hours to overnight, turning the bag occasionally. Drain the chicken from the marinade.
3. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a cast iron grill pan over medium-high heat.* Working in batches, add chicken to the grill pan in a single layer and cook until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 4-5 minutes per side.
4. Serve immediately.

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Notes

• If you do not have a cast iron grill pan, you can also use a large cast iron skillet.

• Category: Dinner, Chicken
• Cuisine: American