Beer-Marinated Chicken Tacos

Submitted by ratherbeswimmin

"Weber's Real Grilling"

 

• Ready In: 1hr 41mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• Marinade

• 1 cup dark Mexican beer (Negra Modelo)
• 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1⁄4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

• Other

• 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs, about 4 ounces each
• 6 flour tortillas (6-7 inches) or 6 corn tortillas (6-7 inches)

• Guacamole

• 1 ripe Hass avocado
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1⁄4 teaspoon kosher salt

directions

1. Make marinade: in a small bowl, whisk the marinade ingredients.
2. Place the thighs in a large plastic zip-lock bag and pour in the marinade.
3. Press the air out of the bag and seal tightly.
4. Turn the bag to distribute the marinade, place the bag in a bowl, and refrigerate for 1-4 hours, turning bag occasionally.
5. Make the guacamole: scoop the avocado flesh into a bowl; add the lime juice and salt.
6. Using a fork, mash the ingredients together.
7. Cover with plastic wrap, placing it directly on the surface to prevent browning, and refrigerate until about 1 hour before serving.
8. Remove thighs from the bag and discard the marinade.
9. Grill over Direct High heat until the meat is firm and juices run clear, 8-10 minutes, turning once or twice.
10. Cut the chicken into thin strips.
11. Warm the tortillas over Direct Medium heat for about 1 minute, turning once.
12. Pile the sliced chicken inside the tortillas; top each with a spoonful of guacamole; serve warm.