Description
Elevate your next gathering with Charred Cilantro Lime Chicken Thighs, a tantalizing dish that combines juicy chicken thighs marinated in zesty lime and fresh cilantro. The grilling process adds a delicious char, sealing in flavors and ensuring every bite is a burst of sunshine. Perfect for backyard barbecues or weeknight dinners, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (skin-on)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine lime juice, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, cumin, paprika, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag or dish. Pour marinade over the chicken until well coated. Seal or cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for best flavor).
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F) or oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Remove marinated chicken from the fridge and place on the grill or baking sheet. Grill for 7-8 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and nicely charred.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving with fresh lime wedges and additional cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 115mg