Best 6 Tequila Orange Chicken Breasts Recipes

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**Tequila Orange Chicken Breasts: A Fusion of Mexican and Asian Flavors**

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary fusion that combines the vibrancy of Mexican tequila with the sweet and tangy flavors of Asian oranges. This tantalizing dish, Tequila Orange Chicken Breasts, offers a unique and enticing twist to the classic chicken breast. The zesty marinade, infused with premium tequila, zesty orange juice, aromatic ginger, and a hint of garlic, transforms ordinary chicken breasts into extraordinary. Accompanied by two tantalizing sauces, a velvety tequila cream sauce and a sweet and tangy orange sauce, this dish promises an explosion of flavors in every bite.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

TEQUILA-LIME CHICKEN



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This is a recipe that I created in search of a different way to fix chicken for a low-sodium diet.

Provided by JLREED

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
½ cup tequila
1 lime, zested and juiced
¼ teaspoon garlic powder, divided
¼ teaspoon chili powder, divided
3 ounces shredded Mexican-style cheese blend

Steps:

  • Arrange chicken breasts in a baking dish; add tequila and juice of 1/2 a lime. Sprinkle 1/2 of the lime zest, 1/2 of the garlic powder, and 1/2 of the chili powder over the chicken. Cover dish with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Turn chicken breasts; sprinkle remaining lime juice, lime zest, garlic powder, and chili powder on top. Cover again and marinate in the refrigerator for another 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Uncover baking dish and discard tequila-lime marinade.
  • Bake chicken in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Sprinkle Mexican-style cheese over the chicken and continue to bake until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 10 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.4 calories, Carbohydrate 1.7 g, Cholesterol 68.8 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 207 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

ORANGE AND CINNAMON TEQUILA SHOT



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My brother taught me this when he came home from college. I LOVED it and have been telling the world since!

Provided by Gabrielle MacMillen

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Tequila Drinks Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 slice orange, seeds removed
1 pinch ground cinnamon, or more to taste
1 (1.5 fluid ounce) jigger tequila

Steps:

  • Place orange slice between forefinger and thumb of left hand. Lick the skin just below thumb of left hand and sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon. Place shot of tequila in right hand. Lick cinnamon, drink shot, and bite orange slice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 0.5 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

TEQUILA-ORANGE CHICKEN BREASTS



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Make and share this Tequila-Orange Chicken Breasts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 42m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 (6 ounce) boneless chicken breast halves (with skin, about 6 oz. each)
1/2 cup tightly packed fresh mint leaves
1/2 cup tightly packed fresh Italian parsley (with some stems)
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons tequila
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 teaspoons minced jalapeno peppers, without seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground chili powder
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • To make the marinade: combine all the marinade ingredients in a food processor; process until smooth.
  • Rinse the chicken breast under cold water; pat dry with paper towels.
  • Place chicken in a large heavy-duty plastic zip-lock bag; pour in the marinade.
  • Press the air out of the bag and seal tightly.
  • Turn the bag to distribute the marinade; place in a bowl, and refrigerate 2-4 hours, turning every now and then.
  • Remove the chicken from the bag and reserve the marinade.
  • Pour the marinade into a saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat; boil for 1 minute.
  • Grill the chicken breasts, skin side down, over Direct Medium heat, for 8-12 minutes or until the meat is firm and the juices run clear, turning and basting with the marinade once halfway through grilling time; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.5, Fat 20.3, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 142.9, Sodium 784.5, Carbohydrate 5.1, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 2.7, Protein 51.5

TEQUILA LIME CHICKEN



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup gold tequila
1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (5 to 6 limes)
1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (2 oranges)
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon minced fresh jalapeno pepper (1 pepper seeded)
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic (3 cloves)
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 whole (6 split) boneless chicken breasts, skin on

Steps:

  • Combine the tequila, lime juice, orange juice, chili powder, jalapeno pepper, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add the chicken breasts. Refrigerate overnight.
  • Heat a grill with coals and brush the rack with oil to prevent the chicken from sticking. Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade, sprinkle well with salt and pepper, and grill them skin-side down for about 5 minutes, until nicely browned. Turn the chicken and cook for another 10 minutes, until just cooked through. Remove from the grill to a plate. Cover tightly and allow to rest for 5 minutes. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calorie, Fat 14 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 93 milligrams, Sodium 419 milligrams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Protein 31 grams, Sugar 1 grams

TEQUILA LIME CHICKEN BREASTS



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Make and share this Tequila Lime Chicken Breasts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Redsie

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon grated lime rind
3 tablespoons lime juice
3 tablespoons tequila
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 chicken breasts or 8 chicken thighs

Steps:

  • In large bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime rind and juice, tequila, chili powder, oil, jalapeno pepper, garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Trim any fat or loose skin from chicken. Add chicken to marinade; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate, turning occasionally, for 4 hours (up to 12 hours).
  • Heat 1 burner of 2-burner BBQ or 2 outside burners or 3-burner BBQ to medium. Brush grill over unlit burner with oil. Place chicken, bone side down, on greased grill. Close lid and gril until bottom is marked about 25 minutes.
  • Turn and grill until no longer pink inside and juices run clear when chicken is pierced, about 20 minutes. Move any pieces that need more crisping or colouring over direct medium heat. Close lid and grill until golden grown, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Fat 17.2, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 401.6, Carbohydrate 4.7, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 2.2, Protein 30.8

BAKED ORANGE-GLAZED CHICKEN



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One of my favorite recipes! The combination of paprika and mustard powder really offsets the sweetness of the orange juice. I tend to eyeball when cooking, so if you cook more breasts or use a large pan, make extra sauce to baste with. I'll frequently use extra glaze when baking just so there's plenty to pour over rice once it's done!

Provided by tigerpaws

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup orange juice
½ cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon salt
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk orange juice, vegetable oil, orange zest, paprika, mustard, and salt in a bowl. Arrange chicken breast halves in a baking dish; pour orange juice mixture over chicken.
  • Bake chicken breasts until no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 30 to 45 minutes, basting with orange glaze every 10 to 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.4 calories, Carbohydrate 3.8 g, Cholesterol 67.2 mg, Fat 30.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 640.4 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

Tips:

  • For a crispier chicken, coat the chicken breasts in cornstarch before searing.
  • If you don't have orange marmalade, you can substitute apricot or peach preserves.
  • Adjust the amount of chili powder to taste. For a milder dish, use 1/2 teaspoon. For a spicier dish, use 1 teaspoon or more.
  • Serve the chicken breasts with rice, noodles, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

This tequila orange chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the orange-tequila sauce is flavorful and tangy. The dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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