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Cumin and Ancho Chicken

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Cumin and Ancho ChickenChristopher Testani

Chicken thighs are more succulent than breasts and stand up to reheating without drying out.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs
3 tablespoons ancho chile powder
3 tablespoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons kosher salt plus more
Vegetable oil (for frying)
Ingredient info: Ancho chile powder is available at Latin markets and some supermarkets.

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Toss chicken with ancho chile powder, cumin, and 2 teaspoons salt in a large bowl to coat. Cover and chill for 2 hours. Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with a thin layer of oil. Working in batches, place thighs in skillet in a single layer (do not crowd). Cover and cook until a crust forms, about 5 minutes. Turn; cook, uncovered, until thighs are just cooked through, 3-4 minutes longer. Transfer to a platter; let rest for 5 minutes.

    Step 2

    Cut chicken into 1/2" cubes. Transfer with any accumulated juices to a medium bowl. Season with salt. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Let cool slightly. Cover; chill. Rewarm before serving.

TagsChicken ThighChickenPoultryAncho ChileChileVegetableMainDinnerDairy FreeGluten FreeNut FreeKetoEasyWeeknight MealsSearCast Iron SkilletBon Appétit

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