Cilantro Lime Chicken

Total Time: 55 min (Prep: 10 mins, Marinate: 30 mins, Cook: 15 mins)

Total estimated price: $14.71

Serving Size: About 4 servings (1 breast each)

Ingredients:

• 1 1/3 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 1/2 cloves garlic, minced 
• 1/3 tsp cumin 
• 1/3 tsp salt 
• Freshly cracked pepper 
• 2 limes
• 1 bunch of cilantro (2-4 oz) 
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (Simply Nature Organic, Thin Sliced) 

Instructions:

1. Combine the olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, salt and some freshly cracked pepper (around 10 cranks of the pepper mill) in a small bowl.
2. Zest one of the limes and then squeeze the juice. You’ll need about 2-3 Tbsp, so juice the second one if needed. If you don’t squeeze the second lime, cut it into wedges to use as garnish later. Chop the cilantro roughly.
3. Add 1 tsp of the lime zest, 2-3 Tbsp of the lime juice, and half of the chopped cilantro to the marinade. Stir. (You’ll use the rest of the cilantro after cooking the chicken.)
4. Put the chicken thighs in a dish or a large ziploc bag. Add the marinade and toss the chicken to coat it. Allow the chicken to marinate for 30 minutes (or up to 8 hours if refrigerated), turning it once or twice throughout the process.
5. When ready to cook, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until well browned. 
6. Top the cooked chicken with more fresh cilantro and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Use the extra lime wedges for garnish. 
7. If desired, serve with rice, pasta, or preferred alternative, and enjoy!