Thai Cilantro Chicken Legs

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 5

Thai Cilantro Chicken Legs recipe

by The Chefin Thai

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

1 hr

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

271

Sugar

Fat

12g

Thai Cilantro Chicken Legs is a perfect dish for a flavorful and healthy meal. The combination of coconut and cilantro is unique and adds a fresh taste to the chicken. Marinating the chicken in buttermilk and spices adds a depth of flavor to the dish, making it a perfect entree. The dish itself is low in calories and high in protein, and served with a side salad or rice, it is a complete healthy meal. Thai Cilantro Chicken Legs is also a perfect dish for a summer barbecue with family or friends.

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, mix the buttermilk, coconut, cilantro, garlic, salt, and pepper.
2.	Place the chicken legs into the bowl and make sure it is covered in the marinade.
3.	Cover the bowl and let it marinate for at least an hour or up to 24 hours in the fridge.
4.	When ready to cook, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
5.	Place the chicken legs on a baking sheet and bake for 35-40 minutes or until cooked through.

PROS

This dish is flavorful with a unique combination of coconut and cilantro.

It is also a relatively healthy way to cook chicken.

CONS

Marinating the chicken takes time, but it is worth it for the added flavor.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a good source of protein and low in calories, making it a healthy option.
Cilantro contains antioxidants and has been linked to improving digestive health and reducing inflammation.

	1/2 cup buttermilk
	1/4 cup flaked coconut
	1 cup fresh cilantro , chopped
	2 garlic cloves , crushed
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1/8 teaspoon pepper
	4 whole chicken legs