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Cilantro Lime Chicken Thighs

A delightful recipe combining juicy chicken thighs marinated in zesty lime juice and fresh cilantro, perfect for weeknights or gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Latin American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 2 limes Juice of 2 limes
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • to taste spices Salt and pepper
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixed bowl, combine the lime juice, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they’re well coated. Let them marinate for at least 15-20 minutes (or up to 2 hours) for maximum flavor.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your grill (or grill pan) over medium-high heat.
  2. Remove the chicken from the marinade but reserve the leftover marinade.
  3. Place the chicken thighs on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and have nice grill marks.
  4. During the last couple of minutes of grilling, brush some of the reserved marinade on the chicken for added flavor.
Serving
  1. Allow the chicken to rest for about 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with extra cilantro and lime on the side for flair.

Notes

For the best flavor, allow for longer marination. Try serving with cilantro lime rice or creamy guacamole.