# Cilantro Lime Chicken Skewers

Juicy, citrusy, and packed with bold flavors, this chicken skewers recipe comes together in no time.

- Cuisine: American
- Category: Soup
- Language: en

## Ingredients

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

## Instructions

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

## Equipment

- blender
- food processor
- air 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.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DG6Z2ylybaD/?igsh=MWVjZGoybGtpMTByZg==
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/e433fff7-23b6-4dc0-b5fd-ba615159d161
- Extracted: 2025-05-19

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