Description
This recipe features deliciously marinated boneless, skinless chicken thighs, perfect for grilling or pan-searing.
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2–3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Instructions
- Whisk together all of the ingredients (except chicken) in a large bowl or zip-lock bag until combined.
- Add the chicken and mix until fully coated in marinade. Cover bowl or seal zip-top bag. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes and up to 6 hours. If marinating longer than 30 minutes, place in the fridge until needed.
- Warm a large skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Add enough cooking oil to coat the bottom of the pan.
- When the oil is hot, add the chicken. Let cook undisturbed for about 8-10 minutes. Flip over each thigh and cook on the other side for another 10-12 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temp should be at least 165°F/74°C).
- Remove from the pan. Let the chicken rest a few minutes before serving and enjoy. Serve with fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side if desired.
- Cool leftover chicken to room temperature then store in an airtight container in the fridge. Keeps up to 3 days.
Notes
- For cooking breasts or bone-in thighs, adjust cooking times accordingly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 110mg