Description
This Juicy Grilled Tequila Lime Marinated Chicken is packed with flavor thanks to a zesty marinade of tequila, lime juice, and spices. It’s easy to prepare and perfect for a quick dinner or a healthy meal. Enjoy the irresistible taste of grilled chicken that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- ¼ cup tequila blanco
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon dried cilantro
- 1 tablespoon packed dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon tomato powder
- ½ teaspoon chipotle powder
- kosher salt & fresh ground black pepper, to taste
- fresh sliced lime, chopped cilantro- for garnishes, optional
Instructions
- Place the chicken thighs into a large resealable plastic bag or bowl and add tequila, lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, brown sugar, garlic paste, cumin, paprika, tomato powder, chipotle powder, and salt/pepper. Massage the mixture into the chicken until well coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the bowl and refrigerate to marinate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Before grilling, let the marinated chicken sit out to reach room temperature.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375-450°F) and grease the grates. Grill the chicken for about 4-5 minutes per side until it reaches 165°F internal temperature. Remove from grill and rest for 10 minutes.
- For stovetop grilling, heat a grill pan over medium heat, brush with oil, and grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until it reaches 165°F. Remove and rest on a platter.
Notes
Rest the chicken after grilling to retain moisture.
Use fresh herbs for a brighter flavor.
Serve with your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg