Best 6 Chicken Thighs With Cumin Garlic Lime Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to tantalize your taste buds with a delectable dish that harmonizes the vibrant flavors of cumin, garlic, and lime, all while enjoying the health benefits of tender chicken thighs. This recipe is a symphony of zesty and aromatic spices, perfectly complementing the juicy chicken. Get ready to indulge in a delightful and nutritious meal that will leave you craving for more. In addition to the main recipe, this article also offers a tantalizing variation using chicken breasts, a flavorful one-pan option, a tantalizing Air Fryer version, and a mouthwatering Instant Pot recipe. Each variation promises a unique culinary experience, catering to diverse preferences and cooking methods.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CILANTRO LIME CHICKEN THIGHS



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This is truly the most AMAZING zesty cilantro-lime marinade ever. And the chicken comes out perfectly juicy and tender.

Provided by Chungah Rhee

Categories     entree

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon lime zest
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine cilantro, 2 tablespoons olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper. In a gallon size Ziploc bag or large bowl, combine chicken and cilantro mixture; marinate for at least 2 hours to overnight, turning the bag occasionally. Drain the chicken from the marinade. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a cast iron grill pan over medium high heat.* Working in batches, add chicken to the grill pan in a single layer and cook until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 4-5 minutes per side. Serve immediately.

CHICKEN THIGHS WITH GARLIC AND LIME



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Make and share this Chicken Thighs With Garlic and Lime recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Oolala

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 1h

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
4 (6 ounce) skinless chicken thighs
3 tablespoons low sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
2 lime wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a small bowl, combine garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoons lime juice.
  • Rub this mixtrue all over the chicken and place the chicken parts in an ovenproof skillet.
  • In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1 tablespoons lime juice, chicken stock, and the vinegar and pour over the chicken. Bring to a boil over medium high heat.
  • Remove from the heat and cover the skillet with foil and place in the oven for 30 minutes or until done (thermometer registers 180 degrees F.).
  • Remove the chicken and keep warm. Place the skillet on the burner again and over medium hight heat, bring the liquid to a boil. Cook until reduced to a 1/4 cup, about 3 minutes. Spoon sauce over chicken and sprinkle with cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

MARINATED CHICKEN WITH CUMIN, GARLIC & LIME



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I tried a version of this chicken after watching a Robin Miller episode. She made this with olives in the mix and did not let it marinate. We didn't care for the olives with this, and I prefer to let it marinate. The leftover chicken is great in Recipe #226933.

Provided by HeatherFeather

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 medium onion, diced (about 1 cup)
3 -4 teaspoons garlic cloves, minced
2 limes, juice of
1 tablespoon molasses
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large ziptop baggie, combine chicken, onion, garlic, lime juice, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper; seal bag and let marinate in the fridge for several hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Coat a large roasting pan with cooking spray.
  • Transfer chicken to prepared pan and pour over any remaining marinade on top.
  • Roast 30 to 35 minutes, until chicken is cooked through (mine was ready at 30, so check early).

ONE-POT CILANTRO LIME CHICKEN THIGHS AND RICE



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Chicken thighs are marinated with cilantro and lime before baking with a savory rice in this delicious one-pot meal.

Provided by fabeveryday

Categories     Chicken Thighs

Time 3h15m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 18

¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
5 (4 ounce) bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 ½ cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 ¼ cups water
1 ½ cups long-grain white rice
1 ½ tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 ½ teaspoons lime zest

Steps:

  • Combine cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl or plastic storage container. Add chicken and coat well in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, turning chicken occasionally.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Remove chicken thighs from the marinade, rubbing garlic onto both sides of the chicken. Add chicken to the hot oil and cook until browned, about 4 minutes per side. Turn off burner and transfer chicken to a plate; set aside.
  • Pour chicken stock and water into the Dutch oven, scraping the bottom of the pot with a wooden or plastic spoon to loosen any browned bits. Stir in rice, lime juice, and salt. Place chicken on top of the rice and cover with a lid.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Uncover and remove chicken to a plate using tongs. Stir rice from bottom to top then place the chicken back on top of the rice.
  • Return to the oven and cook, uncovered, until all the liquid is absorbed, and the rice is soft, 15 to 18 more minutes.
  • Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and stir 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro and 1 1/2 teaspoons lime zest into the rice. Fluff with a fork and serve with the chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 527.8 calories, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 96 mg, Fat 26.3 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 889.1 mg

GARLICKY CHICKEN THIGHS WITH SCALLION AND LIME



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These tangy chicken thighs are a weeknight alternative to a long, weekend braise. They may not fall entirely off the bone, but the quick simmer in a rich, citrusy sauce yields an impossibly tender thigh that you wouldn't get with a simple sear. Serve with rice, whole grains or with hunks of crusty bread for mopping up the leftover sauce.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     dinner, weekday, weeknight, poultry, main course

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 bunch scallions
1 head garlic, unpeeled and halved crosswise
2 cloves garlic, peeled and finely grated
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus 1 lime
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Heat oil in a large Dutch oven or large, high-sided skillet over medium heat.
  • Add chicken, skin-side down and cook, undisturbed, until chicken is crisped and the fat has begun to render, 8 to 10 minutes. Using tongs, carefully flip chicken skin-side up. Cook until golden brown, 4 to 6 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, thinly slice two scallions; set aside.
  • Add both halves of the head of garlic, cut side down, and remaining whole scallions to the pot and season with salt and pepper, tossing to coat in the chicken fat. Cook until scallions are lightly blistered and browned, about 3 minutes. Add grated garlic and stir a minute or two, but do not brown.
  • Add lime juice, soy sauce and 1 cup of water. Bring to a simmer and partly cover. Cook until chicken is completely tender and nearly falling apart on the underside and liquid is reduced by three-quarters, 15 to 20 minutes. Discard the halved head of garlic.
  • Scatter sliced scallion over chicken and using a Microplane or zester, zest lime over. Cut lime into quarters and serve alongside.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 448, UnsaturatedFat 21 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 30 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 569 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

CUMIN CHICKEN



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This zesty chicken dish comes together in a flash, so it's perfect for those busy weeknights. But it's so saucy and delicious, it's certainly good enough for company! -Margaret Allen, Abingdon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons ground cumin, divided
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1 tablespoon canola oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 cup picante sauce
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules

Steps:

  • Mix 1 teaspoon cumin, oregano and garlic salt; sprinkle over both sides of chicken. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown chicken on both sides. , In a small bowl, mix picante sauce, water, bouillon and remaining cumin; pour over chicken. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, 8-12 minutes., Remove chicken from pan; keep warm. Bring sauce to a boil; cook, uncovered, until thickened, stirring occasionally, 3-4 minutes. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 377mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use a flavorful marinade. The marinade is what gives the chicken its flavor, so make sure to use one that you like. The recipe in the article uses a marinade made with cumin, garlic, lime, olive oil, and honey. This marinade is flavorful and tangy, and it helps to tenderize the chicken.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat. Cooking the chicken over medium heat helps to prevent it from drying out. If you cook the chicken over high heat, it will cook too quickly and the outside will be overcooked while the inside is still raw.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken is cooked through. The chicken is cooked through when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Insert the meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken to get an accurate reading.
  • Let the chicken rest before serving. Letting the chicken rest before serving allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful chicken.

Conclusion:

This recipe for chicken thighs with cumin, garlic, and lime is a delicious and easy-to-make weeknight meal. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful mixture of cumin, garlic, lime, olive oil, and honey, then cooked until tender and juicy. The chicken can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, potatoes, or vegetables.

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