Description
This One-Pan Cilantro-Lime Chicken recipe is a flavorful and easy dish that combines the zesty taste of lime with aromatic cilantro. The chicken thighs are seasoned with a blend of spices and cooked in a skillet with scallions for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon grated lime zest
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs (4 pieces)
- 3 medium scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prep the chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, cumin, coriander, chili powder, and salt. Add chicken thighs and coat well.
- Cook the chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken thighs with scallions until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes per side.
- Finish the dish: Sprinkle cilantro over the chicken and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- You can marinate the chicken in the seasoning for extra flavor.
- Feel free to adjust the spice levels to suit your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh with sauce
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg