Description
This spicy grilled chicken recipe is flavorful and easy to prepare, making it a perfect addition to your weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (½ medium lime)
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon fine salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon dried chipotle chili powder, or to taste
- 1 ½ lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Instructions
- In a large shallow bowl or zip top bag combine 2 tablespoons of the oil, lime juice, chili powder, oregano, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and chipotle powder.
- Add the chicken and toss or massage well to coat. Cover the container or close the bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 12 hours).
- To cook the chicken, place an oven rack in the top position so that it is 6-8 inches below the broiler element. Preheat the broiler to high.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper and mist it with oil. Arrange the chicken thighs on the baking sheet.
- Place the baking sheet with chicken under the preheated broiler until the chicken is cooked and registers 165℉ on an instant read thermometer, about 6 to 10 minutes per side. The cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the chicken.
- When the chicken is cooked through, remove the sheet pan from the oven and place the chicken on a cutting board. Use a large chef’s knife to chop it into bite-sized pieces.
- Serve as desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Place a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- When the skillet is hot, add 1 tablespoon of oil (if using a grill pan, use a silicone basting brush to distribute the oil over the surface of the pan).
- Add half of the chicken thighs in a single layer to the skillet and cook for 7-8 minutes on each side or until cooked through and registers 165℉ on an instant-read thermometer.
- Repeat with the remaining chicken.
Notes
- This chicken can be served with tortillas, salad, or rice.
- For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken longer.
- Ideal for meal prep and quick weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg