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Mexican Grilled Chicken Recipe
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.
Prep Time
2 hrs
Cook Time
mins
Total Time
2 hrs 20 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 335 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Mexican
Ingredients
- 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
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.
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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
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
% 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% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.