Citrus Marinated Chicken Recipe
This easy skillet chicken is a great weeknight meal. The citrus marinade is perfect for the summer months!
Serving4 people
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoon minced garlic
- ½ onion, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons orange juice
- 2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 Tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
Equipment
Instructions
- In a large ziploc bag, shake to combine garlic, onion, oregano, cumin, chili, salt, pepper, olive oil, orange juice, and lime juice.
- Add chicken thighs, reseal, and marinade in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Remove from marinade and cook in a skillet over medium high heat for 15 minutes. Flip them over and continue to cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until chicken is cooked all the way through.
- Top with cilantro and serve.
Notes
- For juicy chicken breasts keep your temperature low, on the grill, and cook it longer, for the best results.
Nutrition
Calories: 252 kcal · Carbohydrates: 4 g · Protein: 33 g · Fat: 11 g · Saturated Fat: 2 g · Trans Fat: 1 g · Cholesterol: 162 mg · Sodium: 156 mg · Potassium: 496 mg · Fiber: 1 g · Sugar: 1 g · Vitamin A: 127 IU · Vitamin C: 8 mg · Calcium: 41 mg · Iron: 2 mg