Name: Best Grilled Margarita Chicken… Ever! Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts; 1/2 cup tequila; 1/4 cup lime juice; 1/4 cup orange juice; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp honey; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; Lime wedges, for serving; Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Best Grilled Margarita Chicken… Ever! Recipe

Talya Dowell Modified: February 21, 2024

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How To Make Best Grilled Margarita Chicken… Ever!

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Preparation: 10 minutes

Cooking: 20 minutes

Total: 30 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

4 chicken breasts
1/2 cup tequila
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup orange juice
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Lime wedges, for serving
Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

In a bowl, whisk together the tequila, lime juice, orange juice, minced garlic, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for maximum flavor.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Place the chicken on the hot grill and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Serve the grilled margarita chicken with lime wedges and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Calories : 289kcal
Total Fat : 10g
Saturated Fat : 2g
Cholesterol : 87mg
Sodium : 640mg
Total Carbohydrates : 11g
Dietary Fiber : 0g
Sugar : 9g
Protein : 28g

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