Chili-Rub Chicken

2 tsp. ground cumin
2 tsp. ground coriander
2 tsp. ground sweet paprika
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. cayenne
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. grated fresh ginger
2 tbsp. fresh lime juice
3 tbsp. olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
3 lb. chicken pieces or boneless breasts

Directions:

Combine all ingredients except chicken; mix well. (The rub can be made in advance, covered and refrigerated up to a week.) Rub chicken pieces well with mixture and place in zip-top bag or in a bowl. Refrigerate several hrs. or overnight.

When ready to cook, grill chicken to your liking. Let stand 5 min. before serving.

User Reviews:

My boyfriend and I tried this just the other day, and it was excellent. He really likes spicy foods, and this hit the spot.

Submitted by Julie Pepsi on December 08, 2002

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