Crispy Chile Lime Chicken

Name: Crispy Chile Lime Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, patted dry; 1 tsp chili powder; 1/2 tsp cumin; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp fresh lime juice; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Pan-seared chicken thighs with a spiced chile and lime crust, tender and juicy inside. A trending Southwestern favorite that's restaurant-quality and weeknight-easy.

40 minEasyServes 4380 cal/serving

SouthwesternDinnerStovetopStandardGluten-Free

Ingredients

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, patted dry
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1

In a small bowl, combine 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
2

Pat 2 lbs patted dry boneless, skinless chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Rub the spice mixture evenly all over the chicken, coating both sides.
3

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, carefully add the chicken.
4

Cook for 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer. Do not move the chicken too much - let it develop a crust.
5

Transfer chicken to a plate. Squeeze 2 tbsp fresh lime juice over the warm chicken and sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro.
6

Serve immediately with your choice of sides.

Questions

How long does Crispy Chile Lime Chicken keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Crispy Chile Lime Chicken?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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