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Golden grilled chicken thighs with lime wedges on a black skillet, topped with chopped herbs for a delicious meal.

Cilantro-Lime Chicken Thighs

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Course dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 399 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 5 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped, plus more for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, chili powder, honey, and ground cumin.
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  • Add chicken thighs to the marinade. Ensure each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
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  • Add marinated chicken thighs to a preheated grill on medium heat. Cook for about 7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. The chicken should be golden brown and fully cooked.
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  • Remove chicken from heat. Sprinkle with fresh chopped cilantro. Serve hot with a wedge of lime on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 399kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 39gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 834mgFiber: 1g
Keyword Cilantro Lime Chicken Thighs
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