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Coconut Lime Chicken Thighs
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Coconut Lime Chicken Thighs

These succulent chicken thighs are marinated in creamy coconut milk and zesty lime juice for a tropical paleo meal. They are baked until perfectly golden and make a satisfying grain free dairy free dinner any night of the week.

4.5
50 min
🍴4 servings
🔥380 cal
🔖Easy
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Juicy coconut lime marinated chicken thighs that are paleo grain free and dairy free.

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Nutrition per serving

380Calories
34gProtein
5gCarbs
25gFat
1gFiber

Ingredients

4servings

Main

Marinade

Seasoning

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Instructions

1

Marinate the Chicken

Whisk together coconut milk lime juice lime zest garlic and cumin in a bowl. Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat completely then cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

2

Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking dish with parchment paper. Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess before placing in the dish.

3

Bake the Chicken

Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy and the internal temperature reads 165 degrees F. Baste once halfway through with pan juices.

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4

Garnish and Serve

Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh lime wedges and chopped cilantro before serving for a bright and flavorful finish.

Substitutions

bone in chicken thighsboneless chicken thighs for faster cooking
full fat coconut milkcoconut cream for a richer marinade

Common mistakes

Not marinating long enough which results in less flavorful and less tender chicken
Using light coconut milk which does not provide enough fat for proper browning
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