Name: Spicy Coriander-Cumin Chicken Thighs
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 0.5 ounce dried ancho chiles (about 1 1/2 peppers); 1 teaspoon coriander seeds; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 0.75 teaspoon fennel seeds; 0.75 teaspoon whole black peppercorns; 1.5 tablespoons grated lime zest; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Spicy Coriander-Cumin Chicken Thighs

Toasting whole ancho chile pieces with coriander, cumin and fennel seeds before grinding with a little lime zest makes a fragrant and flavorful spice blend for the chicken here.

Laura Kanya

Published on February 2, 2022

Spicy Coriander-Cumin Chicken Thighs — Photo: Jacob Fox

Active Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

Dairy-Free Egg Free Gluten-Free Heart Healthy High-Protein Low-Calorie Nut-Free Soy-Free

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Ingredients

½ ounce dried ancho chiles (about 1 1/2 peppers)
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
¾ teaspoon fennel seeds
¾ teaspoon whole black peppercorns
1 ½ tablespoons grated lime zest
¼ teaspoon salt
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

Stem, seed and chop chiles. Transfer the peppers to a large cast-iron skillet with coriander, cumin, fennel seeds and peppercorns and cook over medium-high heat, shaking frequently so they don't burn, until fragrant, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a spice grinder or mortar and pestle. Add lime zest and salt, then grind into a coarse powder. Rub the spice mixture on chicken.
Heat oil in the pan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken and cook, flipping once, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part registers 165°F, about 8 minutes.

Equipment:

Spice grinder or mortar & pestle

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

212	Calories
12g	Fat
2g	Carbs
23g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 212
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 2g	1%
Dietary Fiber 1g	4%
Protein 23g	46%
Total Fat 12g	15%
Saturated Fat 2g	10%
Cholesterol 107mg	36%
Sodium 255mg	11%
Potassium 347mg	7%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.