citrus-marinated chicken thighs

Grapeview, WA
Updated on May 17, 2016

An aggressively seasoned marinade delivers big flavor. From Bon Appetit, August 2013.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Broil
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 bunch cilantro, leaves and tender stems only
  • 2 - garlic cloves, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 2 pounds skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs

How To Make citrus-marinated chicken thighs

  • Step 1
    Set aside 1/4 cup sliced scallions. Pulse cilantro, garlic, citrus zests, citrus juices, soy sauce, oil, salt, and remaining scallions in a food processor or blender until a coarse purée forms. Set aside 1/4 cup marinade; place remaining marinade in a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, seal bag, and turn to coat. Chill at least 20 minutes.
  • Step 2
    Preheat broiler. Remove chicken from marinade and place, skin side down, on a foil-lined broilerproof baking sheet; discard marinade. Broil chicken until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Turn; continue to broil until cooked through and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of thigh registers 165°F, 12-15 minutes longer. Serve chicken with reserved marinade and scallions.
  • Step 3
    DO AHEAD: Chicken can be marinated 2 hours ahead. Keep chilled.

Discover More

Category: Chicken
Ingredient: Chicken
Culture: American
Method: Broil

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