Garlic, Lime, Cilantro Chicken Thighs
A classic marinade to use for flavorful grilled chicken thighs
Ingredients
- 1 kg boneless, skinless, chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- juice from one lime
- 4 cloves garlic
- 20 g fresh cilantro
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 pinch fresh ground pepper
Instructions
- Mince the garlic and cilantro.
- In a bowl or bag large enough to hold the chicken, combine the minced garlic and cilantro with the olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to fully combine.
- Trim any extra fat or gristle from the chicken thighs. Then add them to the marinade and mix to ensure that the chicken is coated with marinade.
- Allow the chicken to marinate for at least an hour and up to six hours.
- Grill the chicken over high heat for about 7 - 8 minutes per side.