Best 3 Mexican Chicken Marinade Recipes

**Mexican Chicken Marinade: A Flavorful Journey to Authentic Mexican Cuisine**

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Mexico with our tantalizing Mexican chicken marinade recipes. Embark on a culinary adventure that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Mexico. Discover the secrets to creating succulent, juicy chicken that's infused with authentic Mexican spices and herbs. From the classic citrus-based marinade to the spicy and smoky chipotle marinade, each recipe offers a unique taste experience. Whether you're grilling, roasting, or baking your chicken, these marinades will elevate your dish to new heights of flavor. Get ready to relish the authentic taste of Mexico with our carefully curated collection of Mexican chicken marinade recipes.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MEXICAN CHICKEN MARINADE

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Make this fresh Mexican chicken marinade to season all of your favorite cuts of chicken. Made with lime, garlic, olive oil, oregano, and warm spices to give your chicken an amazing flavor!

Provided by Diana

Categories Main Course

Time 2h10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
1 teaspoon salt
1-2 pounds chicken (breasts, cutlets, thighs, or drumsticks)

Steps:

To a Ziploc bag, add the chicken followed by the wet ingredients and the spices.
Seal the bag, and toss the chicken so that the chicken is well coated in the marinade.
Place in the fridge and allow to marinate for 2-24 hours.
Remove the chicken from the bag, and grill it or bake it until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F/74°C with an Instant read thermometer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 49 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 400 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MEXICAN CHICKEN MARINADE

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This Mexican chicken marinade is easy to mix up and adds so much flavour to your chicken. Marinate and then grill or bake, or freeze for later!

Provided by Bake.Eat.Repeat.

Categories Main Course

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1/4 cup olive oil
1 lime, juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Place the chicken breasts in a large ziplock bag. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
Pour the marinade over the chicken and seal the bag, squeezing out all the air.
Move the chicken around in the marinade until it is all evenly coated.
Refrigerate and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours (see note).
You can freeze the chicken in the marinade immediately and let it marinate as it defrosts, or marinate and cook it immediately.
Either grill the chicken for 6-8 per side, pan fry for 6-8 minutes per side over medium heat, or bake at 375 degrees F for 20-30 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 165 degrees F has been reached.
Let the chicken rest, tented with foil, for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 102 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 18 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 38 grams protein, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 374 milligrams sodium, Sugar 0 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams unsaturated fat

MEXICAN GRILLED CHICKEN

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We love this chicken. The marinade whips up in a minute in the food processor or blender. Preparation time does not include time to marinate.

Provided by Pesto lover

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 23m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

8 chicken thighs or 4 chicken breast halves, on the bone
1/2 onion
1 large garlic clove
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon Mexican oregano
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried chipotle powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 limes, juice of or 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 handful cilantro leaf (optional)

Steps:

Put all marinade ingredients in the blender or food processor and liquify.
Put marinade in a gallon-size zip lock bag and add chicken pieces. Turn a few times to distribute marinade.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours I leave it for about 10 hours.
Remove chicken from marinade and place on hot grill. Discard marinade.
Grill, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through.

Tips:

Make sure to use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
If you don't have time to marinate the chicken overnight, you can marinate it for at least 30 minutes.
You can use any type of chicken for this recipe, but boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are the most popular.
If you're using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.
Baste the chicken with the remaining marinade while it's grilling to keep it moist and flavorful.
Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, or tortillas.

Conclusion:

This Mexican chicken marinade is a versatile and flavorful way to prepare chicken. It can be used for grilled, baked, or roasted chicken, and it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy way to cook chicken, give this recipe a try.