Whole30 Cilantro Chicken
Brighten up your plate with this flavorful Whole30 Cilantro Chicken recipe, a zesty and wholesome dish perfect for clean eating enthusiasts. Succulent chicken thighs are marinated in a vibrant blend of fresh cilantro, zesty lime juice, minced garlic, and warm spices like cumin and paprika, then seared to perfection in avocado oil for a crispy, golden exterior. Ready in just 40 minutes, this gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo-friendly recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Serve it with roasted vegetables or a crisp salad for a nutritious, low-carb meal that’s guaranteed to impress. Packed with fresh flavors and easy cooking steps, this cilantro chicken is your next go-to dish for satisfying Whole30 cravings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
- 4 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 pieces lime
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Roughly chop the fresh cilantro, saving a few sprigs for garnish.
2. Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
3. Juice the limes and set the juice aside.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped cilantro, minced garlic, lime juice, avocado oil, cumin powder, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.
5. Add the chicken thighs into the bowl and toss them with the cilantro marinade until they are well coated. Allow them to marinate for at least 10 minutes.
6. Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
7. Place the marinated chicken thighs in the skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
8. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes.
9. Serve the cilantro chicken hot, garnished with the reserved cilantro sprigs.
10. Enjoy your Whole30 Cilantro Chicken with a side of vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1692 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.7 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.9 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 750 mg | 250% | |
| Sodium | 2871 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.4 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 158.9 g | 318% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 184 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1803 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
