Chipotle Glazed Chicken Thighs with Lime and Cilantro

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-10 · Updated 2026-04-10

Tender chicken thighs marinated in smoky chipotle and lime, then roasted until caramelized and finished with fresh cilantro for a vibrant, aromatic main course. This American-inspired chicken recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs Chicken thighs, Chipotle powder, Lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Chicken thighs
• 1 tbsp Chipotle powder
• 2 tbsp Lime juice
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 2 tbsp Cilantro
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Black pepper
• 1/2 cup Onion

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat 1.5 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and skin is crisp.
3. Step 3: Flip chicken and add 3 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 cup diced onion, and 1 tbsp chipotle powder to the skillet, stirring to coat; cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Transfer skillet to preheated oven at 400°F and bake for 20 minutes, then remove and brush with 2 tbsp lime juice.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped cilantro and serve immediately.