Ancho Chile Chicken

Name: Ancho Chile Chicken
Prep time: 130 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 150 min
Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless and skinless chicken thighs; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1⁄4 teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons ancho chile powder; 2 tablespoons cumin powder; 1 cup cilantro, chopped

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A quick and easy marinade gives this chicken bold, Mexican-inspired flavor with a pleasantly spicy kick. Serve with rice or your favorite side for a delicious dinner.

Serves: 4Prep: 2 hours 10 minutesCook: 20 minutesTotal: 2 hours 30 minutesDifficulty: Easy

Serves: 4

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless and skinless chicken thighs
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1⁄4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons ancho chile powder
2 tablespoons cumin powder
1 cup cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1
In large bowl, toss together chicken, ancho chile powder, cumin and salt. Cover and chill 2 hours.
Step 2
In large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, coat with thin layer of vegetable oil. Working in batches, arrange thighs in a single layer. Do not overcrowd.
Step 3
Cover and cook until crust forms, about 5 minutes. Uncover, flip and continue cooking another 3–4 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 4
Remove chicken from skillet; let rest for 5 minutes.
Step 5
Cut chicken into ½” cubes. Reserve in bowl with any accumulated juices. Season with salt to taste. Garnish with chopped cilantro.