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Cumin-Crusted Chicken Thighs with Grilled Tomatillo Salsa

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Cumin-Crusted Chicken Thighs with Grilled Tomatillo SalsaRay Kachatorian

This is an amazing recipe. Cumin, smoked paprika, and other bold spices in the rub come together with a chunky salsa of tomatillos, chile, lime, and cilantro to deliver an explosion of flavors that complement the chicken. If you have cumin haters in the family, this recipe could just change their minds.

The Game Plan
  • Make rub; coat chicken with oil and season with rub
  • Set up grill for indirect grilling over medium heat
  • Make tomatillo salsa
  • Grilling time: 20–30 minutes
  • DON'T FORGET: Try to turn the thighs only once so they develop nice grill marks.
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