Cilantro Lime Chicken Skewers

Directions

  1. 1Cut chicken thighs into large bite-sized pieces.
  2. 2Cut chicken thighs into large bite-sized pieces.
  3. 3Cut chicken thighs into large bite-sized pieces.
  4. 4Place the cilantro, garlic, lime zest, mayonnaise, chili powder, pepper, salt, cumin, cayenne, avocado oil, and honey into a blender or food processor.
  5. 5Place the cilantro, garlic, lime zest, mayonnaise, chili powder, pepper, salt, cumin, cayenne, avocado oil, and honey into a blender or food processor.
  6. 6Place the cilantro, garlic, lime zest, mayonnaise, chili powder, pepper, salt, cumin, cayenne, avocado oil, and honey into a blender or food processor.
  7. 7Blend until a paste is formed and reserve two tablespoons for the butter.
  8. 8Blend until a paste is formed and reserve two tablespoons for the butter.
  9. 9Blend until a paste is formed and reserve two tablespoons for the butter.
  10. 10Mix the remaining marinade with the chicken and lime juice.
  11. 11Mix the remaining marinade with the chicken and lime juice.
  12. 12Mix the remaining marinade with the chicken and lime juice.
  13. 13Toss to coat and marinate.
  14. 14Toss to coat and marinate.
  15. 15Toss to coat and marinate.
  16. 16Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  17. 17Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  18. 18Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  19. 19Skewer the chicken and cook for 17-20 minutes until fully cooked through.
  20. 20Skewer the chicken and cook for 17-20 minutes until fully cooked through.
  21. 21Skewer the chicken and cook for 17-20 minutes until fully cooked through.
  22. 22Mix the melted butter with the reserved marinade while the chicken cooks.
  23. 23Mix the melted butter with the reserved marinade while the chicken cooks.
  24. 24Mix the melted butter with the reserved marinade while the chicken cooks.
  25. 25Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes, then baste with the cilantro butter, more fresh cilantro, lime juice, and a hot honey drizzle.
  26. 26Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes, then baste with the cilantro butter, more fresh cilantro, lime juice, and a hot honey drizzle.
  27. 27Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes, then baste with the cilantro butter, more fresh cilantro, lime juice, and a hot honey drizzle.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh cilantro, stems & leaves
  • 2 cups fresh cilantro, stems & leaves
  • 2 cups fresh cilantro, stems & leaves
  • 6 to 8 garlic cloves
  • 6 to 8 garlic cloves
  • 6 to 8 garlic cloves
  • 1 tbsp lime zest
  • 1 tbsp lime zest
  • 1 tbsp lime zest
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 5 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 5 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 5 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 3 limes, juiced
  • 3 limes, juiced
  • 3 limes, juiced
  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, boneless & skinless
  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, boneless & skinless
  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, boneless & skinless
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp cayenne (optional)
  • 0.5 tsp cayenne (optional)
  • 0.5 tsp cayenne (optional)
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 6 tbsp butter, melted
  • 6 tbsp butter, melted
  • 6 tbsp butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp reserved marinade
  • 2 tbsp reserved marinade
  • 2 tbsp reserved marinade

Equipment

blenderfood processorair fryer

Tips

  • Marinate the chicken for as long as your patience can handle, from one minute to overnight for better flavor.
  • For extra crispy edges, increase the air fryer temperature to 400°F (205°C) for the last 2-3 minutes.
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