Main Ingredients

• 2.5 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or breasts (Prefer thighs for richer flavor and forgiving texture.)
• 1/3 cup fresh lime juice (Fresh juice beats bottled every time.)
• 1/4 cup orange juice (A little orange mellows the lime.)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced (Mince fine so garlic disperses through the marinade.)
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin (Toast whole cumin briefly in a pan for a fresher taste.)
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (Adds a subtle roast note without adding heat.)
• 1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (Start with 1/2 teaspoon for kids or add more for adults.)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt (Adjust to taste if you use table salt.)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (Freshly cracked pepper has more aroma.)
• 1/4 cup olive oil (Use good quality extra virgin for flavor.)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (Add most at the end for fresh flavor.)
• 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced (Caramelized onions add sweetness.)
• 1 small jalapeño, seeded and thinly sliced (Keep the seeds for heat, remove for milder taste.)
• 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar (Helps caramelize the skin during roasting.)