Cilantro Lime Chicken Thighs (Print-Friendly Format)
Tender chicken thighs with zesty cilantro-lime marinade finished to a golden, juicy perfection.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Marinade
01 -
60 ml fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
02 -
30 ml extra virgin olive oil, divided
03 -
30 ml freshly squeezed lime juice
04 -
1 tablespoon lime zest
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2 teaspoons chili powder
06 -
1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
08 -
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Main
09 -
900 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs
# How to Make It:
01 -
In a medium bowl, whisk together the cilantro, 20 ml olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
02 -
Place the chicken thighs in a large food-safe resealable bag or bowl. Pour the cilantro-lime marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are thoroughly coated. Seal or cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours, turning occasionally.
03 -
Remove chicken thighs from the marinade, discarding excess marinade. Allow to come to room temperature while preparing the grill pan.
04 -
Heat the remaining 10 ml olive oil in a cast iron grill pan over medium-high heat. Arrange chicken thighs in a single layer and cook in batches, turning once, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 74°C), approximately 4–5 minutes per side.
05 -
Transfer the chicken thighs to a serving platter and serve immediately.
# Additional Information:
01 -
A large cast iron skillet can be used if a grill pan is unavailable.