Lime Chicken Corn Poblano Salad (Printable Version)

Zesty chicken thighs with poblano, corn, and fresh cilantro bring vibrant flavor to your next dinner.

# Ingredients:

→ Lime Chicken

01 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 1.5 teaspoons dried garlic powder
04 - 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
05 - 1.5 teaspoons salt
06 - 0.75 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - zest of 1 lime
08 - 8 chicken thighs

→ Corn and Poblano Salad

09 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
10 - 2 poblano peppers, diced
11 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
12 - 1 can (400 grams) corn kernels, drained
13 - 4 scallions, minced
14 - juice of 2 limes
15 - 0.33 cup chopped fresh cilantro
16 - salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 200°C.
02 - Warm the extra-virgin olive oil in a 23-centimetre oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
03 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, dried garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and lime zest until evenly combined.
04 - Dredge the chicken thighs in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring each piece is generously coated.
05 - Arrange the coated chicken thighs skin side down in the hot skillet. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and skin is golden brown.
06 - In a separate medium skillet, heat the extra-virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced poblano peppers and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 4 to 5 minutes.
07 - Stir in the minced garlic and sauté with the cooked peppers for 1 minute until fragrant.
08 - Transfer the sautéed peppers and garlic to a medium bowl. Add the corn kernels, minced scallions, lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Toss thoroughly to combine, then season with salt and pepper as preferred.
09 - Arrange the roasted chicken thighs on plates and accompany with the corn and poblano salad. Serve immediately.

# Notes:

01 - Ensure the chicken thighs are thoroughly coated in the seasoned flour for optimal crispness and flavour.
02 - For bolder heat, retain some poblano seeds or add extra cayenne pepper to the flour.