Grilled Tequila Lime Chicken Recipe
Get your grill going, and add these classic grilled tequila lime marinated chicken breasts to your summer menus right away! Flavorful and so tasty!
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 494kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup tequila
- 1 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp lime zest
- ½ cup orange juice
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp worchestershire sauce
- 1 lb boneless chicken pieces thighs or breasts
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- 2 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- chopped cilantro 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
How to Store
- Fridge: Store leftover tequila lime chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. You can keep it whole, sliced, or chopped, but I prefer storing it whole so it stays juicier after reheating.
- Freezer: Wrap the chicken tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Reheating: Reheat whole pieces in the microwave at 75% power for 1 to 2 minutes, or warm in a 325°F oven with a splash of water and foil over the top until heated through. If sliced or chopped, a quick skillet warm-up works great too.
Nutrition
Calories: 494kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 117mg | Potassium: 460mg | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 755IU | Vitamin C: 34.7mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1.6mg