Favorite Chicken Thighs Recipe

Name: Favorite Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs chicken thighs (or drumsticks); 1 lime; 1/2 cup soy sauce; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger (or 1 tsp ground ginger); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for gravy) (optional); 1/2 cup water (for gravy) (optional)

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs chicken thighs (or drumsticks)
1 lime
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger (or 1 tsp ground ginger)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon cornstarch (for gravy) (optional)
1/2 cup water (for gravy) (optional)

1
Remove skin from chicken thighs and discard (if using drumsticks I leave skin on).
2
Place chicken in baking pan.
3
Grate lime rind over chicken.
4
Cut lime in half and squeeze juice over chicken.
5
Add soy sauce, garlic, red pepper flakes, ginger, olive oil and cinnamon.
6
Turn chicken to coat both sides with marinade.
7
Refrigerate for one hour.
8
Preheat oven to 375u00b0F.
9
Place chicken in oven and bake for 30-45 minutes.
10
To serve with gravy.
11
Combine 1 T cornstarch with 1/2 cup water.
12
Add to pan and stir to mix well.
13
Heat on stove over med heat until mixture thickens.

450

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs chicken thighs (or drumsticks), 1 lime, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Favorite Chicken Thighs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Favorite Chicken Thighs

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