Chicken Thighs with Mexican Flavors

Name: Chicken Thighs with Mexican Flavors
Yield: makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 garlic cloves, peeled; 1 medium onion, quartered; 1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste; Pinch of ground cloves; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons peanut or other oil; 2 tablespoons orange juice, preferably fresh; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; About 1 1/2 pounds boneless chicken thighs or 2 pounds bone-in; Minced fresh cilantro for garnish

December 20, 2011

The dark rich meat of a chicken thigh responds brilliantly to the strong, equatorial flavors associated most closely with grilling. This Mexican-style treatment packs plenty of punch, even if you use the minimum amount of cayenne (as I do) or omit it entirely.

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