Latin-Spiced Chicken in Lettuce Cups Recipe

Name: Latin-Spiced Chicken in Lettuce Cups
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon chile powder; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice; 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 6 whole chicken legs (about 4 1/2 pounds)excess fat trimmed, skin scored; 1 pound Savoy cabbage, finely shredded (8 cups); 1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced; 2 jalapenos, seeded and minced; 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro; 16 large Boston lettuce leaves

Servings: persons

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chile powder
1 tablespoon dried oregano
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
6 whole chicken legs (about 4 1/2 pounds)excess fat trimmed, skin scored
1 pound Savoy cabbage, finely shredded (8 cups)
1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced
2 jalapenos, seeded and minced
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
16 large Boston lettuce leaves

1
In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon each of salt and pepper with the chile powder, oregano, garlic, orange juice and 2 tablespoons each of the lime juice and olive oil.
2
Put the chicken legs on a large rimmed baking sheet and coat all over with the spiced oil.
3
Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours.
4
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the remaining 1/4 cup each of lime juice and olive oil.
5
Add the cabbage, onion, jalapenos and cilantro.
6
Season the slaw with salt and pepper and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to 5 hours, tossing occasionally.
7
Preheat the oven to 400.
8
Roast the chicken legs skin side up for about 40 minutes, until browned and cooked through.
9
When cool enough to handle, discard the skin and bones and shred the chicken.
10
Arrange the lettuce on a platter and fill with the chicken; top with the slaw and serve.

575

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1 tablespoon chile powder, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, 3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Latin-Spiced Chicken in Lettuce Cups 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.

Latin-Spiced Chicken in Lettuce Cups

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