TEQUILA-LIME CHICKEN

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Grilled chicken breasts with a light, fresh marinade. These are great right off the grill or the breasts can be sliced for chicken fajitas.

Provided by BearsFanJeff

Categories     Meat

Time 40m

Yield 5-6 chicken breasts, 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 -6 boneless chicken breasts
3/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 small orange, juiced
3/4 cup tequila
2 chipotle chiles in adobo
1/2 cup onion, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 large garlic clove, chopped
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 dashes hot sauce
1/2 cup fresh cilantro
1/4 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts in a plastic bag or a bowl.
  • Combine all remaining ingredients in a food processor and process for about 30 seconds until well mixed.
  • Reserve one cup of the marinade for basting.
  • Pour remaining marinade over the chicken breasts. Marinade in the refrigerator for about an hour.
  • Grill the chicken breasts for about 20 minutes over a low-medium grill. Turn frequently and baste liberally with the reserved marinade.
  • Serve with your favorite side dishes such as Spanish rice, corn and peppers, and guacamole.
  • Or.
  • Slice chicken breasts for fajitas and serve with sauteed onions and peppers.

Nulu Bady
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This recipe was a bit too bland for me. I think I would have liked it more if I had added some more spices to the marinade.


tony g
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I'm always looking for new chicken recipes, and this one definitely didn't disappoint. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the lime marinade was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Syonn Pettis
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the chicken. It was so flavorful and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.


lebohang makgosi
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great. I loved the tangy flavor of the lime marinade. I will definitely be making this again.


Picabo& Terria
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The lime marinade made the chicken so flavorful and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.


Abdullah King
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely make this again, but I'll use less chili powder next time.


Zhakary Thornburg
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I wasn't sure about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The chicken was delicious, and the lime marinade was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Sania Farooq
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This recipe was amazing! The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the lime marinade was the perfect touch. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Extra Neatro
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I've made this recipe a few times, and it's always a hit. The chicken is always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is delicious. I like to serve it with rice and black beans.


yousef saleem
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I love this recipe because it's so easy to make. I can throw it together in no time, and it always turns out great. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the lime marinade adds a nice pop of flavor.


Odirile Monare
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is delicious.


Kelly Powers
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a total hit with my family! The chicken was so flavorful and juicy, and the lime marinade gave it a nice tangy flavor. I will definitely be making this again.