Ingredients:

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp cumin
  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of excess fat

Instructions:

  1. Combine olive oil, lime juice, honey, garlic, cilantro, salt, pepper, and cumin in a Ziploc bag.
  2. Add chicken thighs to the bag, seal tightly, massage the marinade into the meat, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Heat a large cast iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat until a drop of water evaporates instantly.
  4. Remove chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and sear for 5–7 minutes per side until a deep mahogany crust forms.
  5. Transfer the chicken to a plate, tent loosely with foil, and let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.