How To Make Best Cilantro Lime Chicken

Cilantro Lime Chicken 

INGREDIENTS

·         4 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided

·         Juice of 2 limes

·         1/4 c. freshly chopped cilantro

·         2 cloves garlic, minced

·         1/2 tsp. cumin

·         Pinch crushed red pepper flakes

·         4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

·         Kosher salt

·         Freshly ground black pepper

·         Cooked white rice, for serving

INSTRUCTIONS

1.    Whisk together 2 tablespoons oil, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, cumin, and red pepper flakes. Add chicken and toss to coat. Let marinate in fridge 30 minutes and up to 2 hours. 

2.    When ready to cook, preheat oven to 425°. In a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then add to skillet skin-side down and pour in remaining marinade. Sear until skin is golden and crispy, about 6 minutes. Flip and cook 2 minutes more. 

3.    Transfer skillet to oven and bake until chicken is cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes. 

4.    Serve over rice drizzled with pan drippings. 

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