Grilled Peruvian-Style Chicken with Cilantro-Lime Marinade

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Tender grilled chicken marinated in a zesty cilantro-lime sauce inspired by Peruvian flavors. This Latin American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, fresh cilantro for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a blender or food processor, combine 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves, 1/4 cup lime juice, 4 garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp honey. Blend until smooth to create the marinade.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 bone-in chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the cilantro-lime marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off.
  4. Step 4: Grill chicken thighs for 6-7 minutes per side, turning once, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the skin is crisp and charred in spots.
  5. Step 5: Remove from grill and allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with extra lime wedges if desired.

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