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Brazilian Grilled Chicken Plate

Garlic-herb marinated grilled chicken thighs with crispy skin, served alongside green rice, corn salad, warm bread, and bright lime wedges. A complete, vibrant weeknight dinner that tastes like a Brazilian churrascaria.

Total time
28 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
42g
Brazilian Grilled Chicken Plate
casualsatisfyingbrazilianchickencrispyjuicytenderweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Season all over with salt and pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Mix minced garlic with 2 tbsp lime juice and a pinch of salt. Rub all over the chicken thighs.

  3. Step 3

    Heat a grill or heavy skillet over medium-high until very hot, about 2 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Lay chicken skin-side down on the grill without moving for 6–7 minutes until skin is golden and crispy.

  5. Step 5

    Flip chicken and cook 5–6 minutes more until cooked through and an instant-read thermometer reads 165°F.

  6. Step 6

    While chicken cooks, stir cooked rice with chopped parsley, remaining 1 tbsp lime juice, salt, and pepper.

  7. Step 7

    Arrange grilled chicken, green rice, salad, warm bread, and lime wedges on serving plates. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • grill or 12-inch heavy skillet
  • paper towels
  • instant-read thermometer
  • small bowl
  • spoon

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