Cilantro and Lime Chicken

Name: Cilantro and Lime Chicken
Prep time: 120 min
Cook time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mexicana
Ingredients: 4 chicken thighs; 1/4 cups cilantro, finely chopped; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 lime, seedless; 1 teaspoon cumin; salt; pepper; butter; 4 cups new potatoes, halved; 2 tablespoons garlic, finely chopped; white rice, cooked

Mara Alpizar

This cilantro chicken is just what your weekly menu is missing! If you have chicken in your fridge, take advantage of it with this easy, practical, and yielding recipe. To top it off, this chicken recipe is made with just 11 ingredients and is served with rice and new potatoes for a complete meal. Give it a try!

Did you know? Cilantro is an aromatic herb that is essential in Mexican cuisine, as it adds a touch of freshness to tacos, salsa, and even guacamole. In terms of benefits, it provides vitamins A, C, and K.

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Reviewed by Editorial Team of Kiwilimón

Published: 23-04-2024

Preparation

1h 20 mins

40 mins

Low

Place the chicken thighs in a bowl and add the cilantro, garlic, olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix, cover, and let it rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Melt a little butter in a pan and sear the chicken thighs for 3 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan and set aside.