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Take Your Chicken To The Next Level With This Citrus-infused Recipe!

Lifestyle Jun 23, 2016

by Devika Goberdhan | Features Editor - Fashion

Enjoy this fantastic creamy garlic chicken recipe!

This year, I've been very focused on the food that I'm eating, especially when it comes to protein. Eating the same thing day in and day out can be very tiring and uninspiring. When that happens, it's easy to fall off the bandwagon and given in to the cravings I often have for devilishly delicious, but often unhealthy, foods. That's why, over the last few months, I've often found myself wracking my brain or desperately scouring Pinterest for new and exciting recipes to tickle my tastebuds.

And so, I was pleasantly surprised when I happened upon this funky and new way to prepare chicken with it's spicy and citrusy flavour profiles. Initially, I embraced this recipe because it seemed easy enough and I was desperate for a change in my dinnertime rotation. But, I've grown to adore this dish because it's versatile and it can be paired with a variety of sides like rice, taters, or a creamy pasta or put on a sandwich or chopped up in a salad. I also love that I can cook up this zesty chicken dish in different ways: on the grill, in a pan on the stove or in the oven (for a throw-it-in-and-forget-about-it kind of meal).

This recipe is a hit in my household. I'm convinced it appeals to all of us because it's flavourful and fresh and it offers just the right amount of tang and spice. But, more importantly, it's quick and easy to make as it requires ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.

Check out the recipe below, and don't be afraid to change it up a little to really own the dish. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

^{Serves 2 to 4 people}

Ingredients

1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon paprika
Garlic powder, to taste
1/4 teaspoon onion powder (1/4 of a teaspoon)
1/4 teaspoon fresh or dried thyme (If you’re using fresh thyme, be sure to give it a rough chop first to release those flavours.)
1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
4 chicken thighs (any cut is fine)
1 knob or 1 tablespoon butter
1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
3 to 4 teaspoons lime juice
1 chili (optional)
Aluminum foil

^{Enjoy the citrusy flavours in this recepe.

Photo Credit: http://rhapsodynaturalfoods.com}

Method

Combine the dry rub for the chicken: salt to taste, black pepper, paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, parsley, thyme and garlic powder (1/4 of a teaspoon, or however much you are comfortable with, but it can be strong, so be careful).

Combine the lime juice with a little garlic powder (1/4 or 1/3 of a teaspoon) which will infuse the chicken even more when you coat it during the cooking process.

If you'd like to spice up your basting sauce a little more, you can throw in some chopped up chili's (feel free to substitute with any pepper's you have on hand at the time).

Pat your chicken dry with some clean paper towel and lay it out on a large plate. Thoroughly coat the chicken with the dry rub.

If I have the time, I like to let the chicken sit for a little while (a couple hours or so) with the dry rub on it for those flavours to really permeate the meat.

As I mentioned, this dish can be prepared in a variety of ways. Here's how:

On the stovetop:

Grab a deep and large skillet to ensure the pan doesn’t become overcrowded. Heat up the pan (medium heat). Once the pan gets hot add the butter and olive oil.
Add the chicken to the pot and let it crisp up on each side. Resist the urge to flip it too soon. Give it about 6 to 8 minutes on each side, depending on the size of the chicken you’re using.
Once the chicken is almost done, it’s time to kick it up a notch! Using a small brush or spoon, brush or ladle on some of the lime/garlic concoction. Cook for about 5 to 6 minutes more while continuing to baste your chicken.

Embrace the BBQ:

Set your grill to scorching hot. Lay your chicken on the grill and bring the heat down to a medium heat. Flip the chicken when it’s ready, again, allow about 6 to 8 minutes per side (but, this will depend on the size and cut of chicken you’re using).
Baste the chicken with the lime-garlic mix. Grill for another few minutes, until cooked. Careful not to dry out the chicken.

Throw-it-in-the-oven-and-forget-about-it:

Put your seasoned chicken in a baking dish, cover with foil, and toss it in the oven at 350 degrees.
After about 10 to 15 minutes, throw the dish under the broiler (depending on the size of your cut of meat), take off the foil to let it crisp up and get some color. Don’t forget to flip it so both sides get nice and toasty. While it’s getting some colour, baste the meat so it can absorb all those fresh citrus flavors.

Remove the chicken from the heat, and let it rest for about 10 minutes, at least, under a tent of aluminum foil!

Happy eating!

^{Main Image Photo Credit: http://www.gimmesomeoven.com}

Devika Goberdhan | Features Editor - Fashion

Author

Devika (@goberdhan.devika) is an MA graduate who specialized in Political Science at York University. Her passion and research throughout her graduate studies pushed her to learn about and unpack hot button issues. Thus, since starting at ANOKHI in 2016, she has written extensively about many challe...

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Take Your Chicken To The Next Level With This Citrus-infused Recipe!

by Devika Goberdhan | Features Editor - Fashion

Enjoy this fantastic creamy garlic chicken recipe!

Devika Goberdhan | Features Editor - Fashion

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