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VIVA MEXICO : Cilantro/coriander lime chicken
INGREDIENTS FOR 4 PERSONS
- 6-8 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- ½ cup packed cilantro, plus more for garnish
- 6 tablespoons lime juice
- 7 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
METHOD
1.Poke holes all over the chicken thighs using a fork. Do not pierce the chicken skin, only the meat.
2. Add the cilantro, lime juice, 6 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, salt, onion powder, and ground cumin to a food processor or blender. Pulse until smooth.
3. Combine the marinade and chicken in a bowl or large zip-top storage bag. Marinate for 1 hour, up to 8 hours.
4. Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit on the counter to come to room temperature for about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 425°F.
5. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
6. Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes with the skin side down, or until they’re golden brown.
7. Flip the chicken thighs over, transfer the hot skillet to the preheated oven, and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
8. Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest in the skillet for 5 more minutes. The temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F.
9. Garnish with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro and lime wedges before serving.
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11 responses
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Cooking Cilantro Lime Chicken now! House smells so good! I can’t wait!!!
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I used the thighs, the skin was so juicy, crispy skin with the lime, onion powder, cumin flavor. I made homemade flour tortillas (your recipe) with rice, street corn-all came together so nicely along with a sprinkle of cilantro. Made a big bowl of your salsa. I got to say this was one of my favorite meals. This is a keeper, will try your other suggestions. Thanks so much for sharing, Fan & Follower. -
Big hit with my family! Also tried it with kalamansi instead of lime since that’s what I had and it was also great. Thank you, Isabel!!
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We made your cilantro lime chicken last night, and everyone RAVED about it! Love your blog and your amazing recipes!-
Thank you so much Teresa!
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Very good recipes and this my only taught method of cooking. Thank Isabel I appreciate the teaching the right way.
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Love your blog! Made this chicken about two weeks ago, the cast iron way. So delicious and juicy!
Will definitely make this again
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Aww, amazing!!! I’ve loved following your blog – your amazing recipes (many of which I’ve tried and loved!), beautiful photos and refreshing writing! I’m looking forward to your new cookbook – what an awesome work! Congratulations!-
Thank you so much!
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To make this even lower carb, can the honey be omitted or substituted with stevia?
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Yes, you can completely omit the honey to keep it lower carb. Let me know how it turns out!
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A first-generation Mexican American who loves to cook! Here at Isabel Eats, you’ll find a mix of all your favorite authentic Mexican recipes with a twist! Read More…
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