Spice-Rubbed Grilled Chicken
This flavorful grilled chicken dish is a combination of aromatic spices and zesty lemon accents, resulting in tender and juicy chicken thighs that are perfect for a quick and delicious meal. The blend of cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and cayenne provides a tasty kick while the lemon zest adds a fresh and vibrant finish. Served with a sprinkle of cilantro, this dish is sure to impress with its delightful flavors. Enjoy this easy and satisfying recipe that's ideal for any weeknight dinner.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 Tbs. olive oil
- 1 Tbs. fresh lemon juice
- Coarse kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
- 3/4 tsp. ground coriander
- 3/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1/8 to 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 1 1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest
- Minced fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cut the excess fat off the chicken. Place the chicken on a small baking sheet. Brush on both sides with the olive oil and lemon juice, and season with salt and black pepper. In a small bowl, stir together the cumin, coriander, cinnamon and cayenne and sprinkle on both sides of the chicken. Sprinkle with the lemon zest.
- Prepare a hot fire in a grill.
- Arrange the chicken on the grill rack and cover the grill. Cook, turning once, until the chicken is springy to the touch and cooked through, about 6 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a warmed platter and sprinkle with cilantro. Serve immediately. Serves 4.
- <b>Quick Tips:</b> Boneless chicken thighs take only minutes to grill. If you are cooking for two, make the entire recipe, then cut up leftover chicken and vegetables and mix them into the remaining couscous; season the mixture with olive oil and vinegar for an easy dinner salad the next night. Chopped cucumber, tomato and radishes would be delicious additions. Toasted almonds or pine nuts would add pleasant crunch.
- Adapted from Williams-Sonoma <i>Weeknight Fresh &amp; Fast,</i> by Kristine Kidd (Williams-Sonoma, 2011).
Yield
Serves 4.
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