Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavor of this spicy chicken recipe that’s sure to impress at any gathering. Marinated in a tantalizing mix of spices and lime juice, this dish offers a perfect balance of heat and savory goodness. Quick to prepare, it’s ideal for game nights or cozy dinners, delivering an explosion of taste that will have everyone asking for more. Enjoy it with rice or tortillas for a complete meal experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, chili powder, paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, and lime juice. Whisk until well-blended.
- Place chicken thighs in a zip-lock bag or shallow dish; pour marinade over them and coat evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add marinated chicken thighs to the pan without crowding; cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Toss chopped cilantro into the skillet just before finishing cooking; stir gently.
- Transfer to a serving plate and squeeze extra lime juice over the top before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg