Sol Food Chicken Recipe: Flavor-Packed & Easy To Make
This Sol Food Chicken Recipe is a quick, flavorful Puerto Rican-inspired dish made with garlic, lime juice, and simple spices. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's perfect for an easy, healthy dinner using boneless chicken thighs or breasts.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 20 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp kosher salt (or to taste)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- Juice of 2 limes (or lemons for a citrus kick)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, kosher salt, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, black pepper, and lime juice. To ensure uniform coating, add the chicken thighs and stir thoroughly. Allow the chicken to marinade at room temperature for a minimum of fifteen minutes. If you have more time, refrigerate for up to 2 hours to deepen the flavors.
- 2
If using a pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. For baking, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- 3
Add the marinated chicken thighs to the hot pan, cooking for 6-7 minutes per side until nicely browned and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 4
To preserve the juices, let the chicken rest for five minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.