Description
This Tequila Lime Chicken is marinated to perfection, offering a zesty flavor that’s perfect for grilling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup tequila
- 1 cup fresh lime juice (about 8 medium limes)
- 1 tbsp lime zest
- ½ cup orange juice
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon worchestershire sauce
- 2 pounds boneless chicken pieces (thighs or breasts)
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- 2 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoon garlic powder
- cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Whisk together tequila, lime juice, lime zest, orange juice, olive oil and worchestershire sauce until combined.
- Pour marinade into large plastic storage bag then submerge chicken, close storage bag and store in refrigerator for at least 3 hours or overnight for more intensified flavor.
- When ready to grill, remove chicken from marinade and season with salt and pepper, and evenly with paprika and garlic powder.
- Grill chicken on all sides until cooked through then remove from grill, cover with foil and rest to allow juices to settle.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and lime zest and serve.
Notes
- This chicken can be marinated for longer for a more intense flavor.
- Serve with lime wedges for added zest.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg