Ingredients
Lemon Chicken Thighs:
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs π
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro πΏ
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided π«
4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice π
1 tablespoon lemon zest π
2 tablespoons minced garlic π§
4 teaspoons chili powder πΆοΈ
2 teaspoons chili pepper flakes πΆοΈ
2 teaspoons ground cumin πΏ
2 teaspoons kosher salt π§
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper β«
2 teaspoons instant chicken bouillon π§
Instructions
1οΈβ£ To make the Garlic Lemon Chicken Thighs: In a medium bowl, combine cilantro, 4 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, chicken bouillon, chili powder, chili pepper flakes, cumin, salt, and pepper. Divide the mixture into two. π₯£
2οΈβ£ In a gallon-size Ziploc bag or large bowl, combine chicken thighs and half the marinade mixture; marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight, turning the bag occasionally. Drain the chicken thighs from the marinade. β³
3οΈβ£ Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a cast-iron grill pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs to the grill pan in a single layer and cook until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165ΒΊF (74ΒΊC), about 4-5 minutes per side. π³
4οΈβ£ Serve the Garlic Lemon Chicken Thighs with the remaining lemon-garlic-cilantro mixture on the side immediately. Enjoy! π½οΈπ
- Prep Time: 15min
- Marinating Time: 2hrs
- Cook Time: 10min
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 Kcal