Mexican Grilled Chicken Recipe

Name: Mexican Grilled Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 2 h
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 2 h 20 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 1 c. fresh orange juice; 2 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 dried Chipotle chili pepper; 1 c. mild salsa; 1/4 c. olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 4 boneless; 1 orange; 1/4 c. chopped fresh cilantro leaves

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Prep Time
2 hrs
Cook Time
mins
Total Time
2 hrs 20 mins
Servings
4
Calories
335 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Mexican

Mexican Grilled Chicken Recipe

Farrah Baldwin

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Let every bite of our Mexican Grilled Chicken take you on a flavor fiesta, with juicy citrus, fiery chili, and a salsa twist that promises a memorable meal.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 c. fresh orange juice
2 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 dried Chipotle chili pepper stemmed and seeded
1 c. mild salsa
1/4 c. olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 orange sliced into rings
1/4 c. chopped fresh cilantro leaves

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Instructions

Bring the orange juice, lime juice, and chili pepper to a boil in a small saucepan. Turn the heat down to medium and simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until the chili pepper is rehydrated. Turn off the heat and let it cool.
Once cooled, pour the juice mixture into the bowl of a blender and add the salsa, olive oil, and salt. Puree until smooth. Place the chicken in a plastic zipper-close bag, then pour the marinade over the top. Let marinate for at least 2 hours, or up to 10 hours.
Preheat your grill to about 400 degrees Fahrenheit (204 degrees Celsius) (high heat). Once hot, place the chicken breasts on the grill rack and cook for 12-20 minutes (depending on the thickness of the breast), turning every few minutes to prevent burning.
Once cooked through, remove the chicken from the grill and place it on a platter. Garnish with the orange slices and cilantro.

Notes

Store leftover Mexican Chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator; it will stay good for up to 3 days. To freeze, store in your freezer for up to 2 months.
For reheating, thaw in the refrigerator if frozen, then gently reheat in a skillet over medium heat or in the microwave, covered, on medium power, until heated through.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1serving Calories 335kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 24g (48%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 12g Trans Fat 0.02g Cholesterol 107mg (36%) Sodium 1079mg (45%) Potassium 693mg (20%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 11g (22%) Vitamin A 1505IU (30%) Vitamin C 54mg (60%) Calcium 58mg (6%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 335 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	1serving
Calories	335kcal	17%
Carbohydrates	16g	5%
Protein	24g	48%
Fat	20g	31%
Saturated Fat	3g	15%
Polyunsaturated Fat	3g	18%
Monounsaturated Fat	12g	60%
Trans Fat	0.02g	1%
Cholesterol	107mg	36%
Sodium	1079mg	45%
Potassium	693mg	15%
Fiber	3g	12%
Sugar	11g	22%
Vitamin A	1505IU	30%
Vitamin C	54mg	60%
Calcium	58mg	6%
Iron	2mg	11%