Cilantro Lime Chicken Thighs (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Marinade
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¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
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3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
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2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
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1 tablespoon lime zest
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2 teaspoons chili powder
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Meat
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2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
# Instructions:
01 -
In a medium bowl, combine cilantro, 2 tablespoons olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper.
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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.
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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.
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Serve immediately.
# Notes:
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Truly the most AMAZING zesty cilantro-lime marinade ever! The chicken comes out perfectly juicy and so tender.
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If you do not have a cast iron grill pan, you can also use a large cast iron skillet.