Recipes and photos are AI created and editorially reviewed. Nutrition figures are estimates.
Zesty, garlicky grilled chicken — Brazil.
plus marinating
Equipment: Griddle pan or grill
Measures and names
Ingredients
- 700 g chicken thighs
- 6 garlic cloves, crushed
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- Handful of parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper
- Tomato salad, to serve
Method
- Whisk the garlic, lime juice, oil, cumin, parsley, salt and pepper. Coat the chicken and marinate for 30 minutes.
- Heat a griddle or grill to high.
- Cook the chicken for 6–7 minutes each side, until charred and cooked through — juices should run clear.
- Rest for a few minutes and squeeze over extra lime.
- Serve with a tomato-and-onion salad dressed with olive oil.
Swaps and tips
Lots of garlic and fresh lime are key. Serve with a simple tomato salad rather than rice and beans.
Nutrition estimated, per serving
| Protein | Carbs | Fibre | Fat | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 g | 2 g | 1 g | 21 g | 296 kcal |
Values are estimates based on typical UK food composition data and will vary with brands and portion sizes.
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Recipe from healthshelf.org
