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Mexican Grilled Chicken

Mexican Grilled Chicken. Juicy, tender grilled chicken that has been marinaded in a flavorful blend of fruit juices and chili powders. Quick and easy to put together this is sure to be a hit with your next BBQ!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Marinating Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 30 mins
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican , Tex-Mex

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken
  • ¼ cup lime juice approx 2 limes
  • 6 fl oz pineapple juice
  • ¼ cup cilantro diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp oil avocado, extra virgin olive oil, vegetable oil,
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

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  1. In a medium size mixing bowl combine the ingredients for the marinade. Whisk together.
  2. Add the chicken and submerge in the marinade. Cover and place in refrigerator to marinate 2-4 hours (over marinating can cause mushy chicken).
  3. Preheat grill to 425℉.
  4. Remove chicken from the marinade and pat dry.
  5. Place the chicken over direct heat on the grill and cook for 3 minutes then flip the chicken. Cook an additional 3 minutes.
  6. Move the chicken to more indirect heat on the grill, cover and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160°F in the thickest part.
  7. Allow the chicken to rest (the internal temperature will continue to rise to 165°F). After resting the chicken can be sliced and served.

Nutrition Information

Calories 207kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 14g (28%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 54mg (18%) Sodium 490mg (20%) Potassium 244mg (7%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 542IU (11%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 24mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories

% Daily Value*

Calories 207kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 14g 28%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 54mg 18%
Sodium 490mg 20%
Potassium 244mg 5%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 542IU 11%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 24mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.