Description
Tequila Lime Chicken Marinade is a vibrant and easy-to-make recipe perfect for summer barbecues and festive gatherings. This marinade combines the zesty flavors of fresh lime juice, tequila, and garlic with a hint of sweetness from brown sugar, creating an irresistible flavor profile that elevates any chicken dish. Whether grilled, baked, or pan-seared, this dish will impress your guests and make any meal feel like a celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup quality tequila
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together tequila, lime juice, minced garlic, brown sugar, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish; pour marinade over the chicken to coat thoroughly. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (up to overnight for best results).
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade (discard leftover marinade) and grill for about 6-8 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with fresh vegetables or salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 49g
- Cholesterol: 140mg