Frango à Passarinho com Limão

Step 1

Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces, about 1.5 inches each.

Step 2

Pat chicken dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

Step 3

Mince garlic cloves and set aside in a small bowl.

Step 4

Juice the limes to get 0.5 cup fresh lime juice.

Step 5

Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Add chicken pieces in a single layer and let them sear 3 minutes.

Step 7

Toss chicken and cook another 3 minutes until golden on second side.

Step 8

Push chicken to skillet edges to clear center space.

Step 9

Add minced garlic to center and stir constantly for 45 seconds.

Step 10

Pour lime juice into skillet and stir to coat all chicken pieces.

Step 11

Reduce heat to medium and simmer 4 minutes until sauce thickens.

Step 12

Remove from heat and taste sauce; add salt and pepper as needed.

Step 13

Stir in chopped cilantro, sliced red chili, and green onion.

Step 14

Transfer to serving plates and drizzle with extra sauce from skillet.