Description
A fresh and flavorful dish featuring juicy chicken thighs seasoned with chili and lime, paired with sweet corn topped with tangy feta and zesty cilantro. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner with a vibrant, summery twist.
Ingredients
Corn
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4 ears corn, husks and silks removed
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1 cup crumbled feta cheese or cotija cheese
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½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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1 small lime
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¼ teaspoon chili powder (to taste)
Chicken
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1.5 lb skinless, boneless chicken thighs
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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¼ teaspoon salt (to taste)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
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Prepare the corn: Grill or roast the ears of corn until tender and slightly charred. Cut the kernels off the cob and place them in a bowl.
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Mix the corn topping: Add crumbled feta or cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, a squeeze of lime juice, and chili powder to the corn. Toss to combine and set aside.
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Season the chicken: Rub chicken thighs with chili powder and salt.
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Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 5–7 minutes per side until cooked through and golden brown.
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Serve: Plate the chicken with a generous scoop of the cilantro-lime corn mixture on the side. Garnish with extra cilantro or lime wedges if desired.
Notes
You can cook the corn indoors by sautéing the kernels in a pan if a grill is unavailable.
For more heat, increase the chili powder or add a dash of cayenne.
Use fresh lime juice for the best brightness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cilantro lime chicken, grilled corn, feta corn salad, summer dinner, easy chicken recipe