Tequila Lime Chicken
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Tequila Lime Chicken
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Tequila lime chicken is marinated in tequila, lime zest, and a blend of spices grilled to juicy perfection. Great in burritos and tacos!
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
- 3 tablespoons blanco tequila
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Zest of 2 limes
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ancho chili powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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Instructions
- Line a large cutting board with plastic wrap or parchment paper. Lay the chicken breast on top in a single layer, and cover with another piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper.
- Using the flat side of a meat mallet or a heavy skillet like cast iron, pound the chicken to an even ½-inch thickness.
- Add the chicken to a resealable storage bag or a medium bowl. Add the tequila, olive oil, lime zest, honey, soy sauce, ancho chili powder, salt, cumin, and black pepper. Massage the marinade so it combines and evenly coats the chicken.
- Refrigerate and marinate for at least 4 hours, but up to 8 hours.
- To cook in a skillet or grill pan: Preheat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Shake off any excess marinade, and add the chicken to the hot pan. Cook for about 6-8 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165℉.
- To grill: Preheat the grill over medium-high heat. Shake off any excess marinade, and add the chicken to the hot grates. Cover and grill for 6-8 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165˚F.
- Transfer the chicken to a plate or serving platter and allow it to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
- Serve immediately with warm corn or flour tortillas, pico de gallo, or Mexican rice.
Notes
- Chicken: If you don’t like chicken breasts, you can use chicken thighs instead. This marinade also works well with pork and seafood.
- Spice: Add a little heat by adding a roughly chopped jalapeño pepper or serrano pepper into the marinade.
- Don’t have a grill? You can cook this in a skillet on the stovetop for 6 to 8 minutes per side over medium-high heat.
- Avoid marinating for too long (more than 8 hours), as the marinade can break down the proteins in the chicken too much, making it mushy.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1serving
Calories
399kcal
(20%)
Carbohydrates
5g
(2%)
Protein
49g
(98%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
9g
Trans Fat
0.03g
Cholesterol
145mg
(48%)
Sodium
1105mg
(46%)
Potassium
869mg
(25%)
Fiber
0.3g
(1%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
221IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
18mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 399 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 399kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 49g | 98% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 145mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 1105mg | 46% |
| Potassium | 869mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 221IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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