Savory Chicken with Cilantro-lime Sauce
Ingredients
| 4 clovesGarlic; peeled | |
| 1 mediumJalapeno pepper; seeded, minced | |
| 3/4 cupFresh lime juice | |
| 2 tablespoonHoney | |
| 1 teaspoonPaprika | |
| 1/2 teaspoonTabasco sauce | |
| 1 teaspoonCornstarch | |
| 1 tablespoonCilantro; fresh, minced | |
| 2 tablespoonolive oil | |
| 12 eachChicken thighs; skin removed | |
| 1 tablespoonFresh parsley; chopped | |
| 6 sprigsCilantro; for garnish | |
| 1 eachLime; sliced, for garnish |
Savory Chicken with Cilantro-lime Sauce Preparation
Preparation:
In the container of a food processor, puree garlic, jalapeno, lime juice, honey, paprika, Tabasco, and cornstarch. Using a rubber spatula, empty mixture into a small saucepan and cook over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Add the cilantro and parsley. Set aside and allow flavors to meld.
Heat a large saute pan until hot. Add the olive oil and chicken thighs and cook over medium heat until cooked through and browned on the outside. Remove from pan. Place two thighs on each plate and pour sauce over all.
Presentation:
Serve with white rice and fresh green beans. Garnish with fresh cilantro sprigs and slices of fresh lime cut lengthwise.
Notes
Looks divine!
Food Glossary
Learn more about the ingredients in this recipe: Garlic Jalapeno pepper Fresh lime juice Honey Paprika Tabasco sauce Cornstarch Cilantro olive oil Chicken thighs Fresh parsley Cilantro Lime
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