Don’t worry this boozy chicken is not a driving hazard 🙂 It infuses the terrific combination of tequila and lime to create a flavorful and moist grilled chicken.
Ingredients
Servings 8
- 8 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs pounded thin and evenly
- 1/2 cup tequila
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice 5 to 6 limes
- 3 tablespoons lime zest
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 3 cloves fresh garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Nutritional Facts
Nutrition Facts
Tequila Lime Grilled Chicken
Amount per Serving
Calories
193
% Daily Value*
Fat
3
g
5
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
1
g
Cholesterol
72
mg
24
%
Sodium
730
mg
32
%
Potassium
486
mg
14
%
Carbohydrates
8
g
3
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
5
g
6
%
Protein
24
g
48
%
Vitamin A
348
IU
7
%
Vitamin C
11
mg
13
%
Calcium
18
mg
2
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine lime juice, zest, honey and spices. Add chicken breast and marinate at least 30 minutes or up to 12 hours.
- Preheat grill or indoor grill pan to medium high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade (discard marinade) and cook chicken breast about 3 minutes per side or until cooked through.
WHEN DO YOU ADD THE TEQUILA?
In step one. It is part of the marinade.