Margarita Chicken

Submitted by orangeteapot

"A great filler for quesadillas or fajitas, this chicken is flavorful and juicy. A real crowd-pleaser!"

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup margarita mix
• 1⁄4 cup soy sauce
• 1⁄4 cup vegetable oil
• 1⁄2 lemon, juiced
• 1 fresh garlic clove, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cumin
• 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• lime wedges and cilantro (to garnish)

directions

1. Pound chicken breasts to even thickness. This is important!
2. Combine all ingredients in a blender except chicken.
3. Pour marinade over chicken and let sit in the fridge for at least 1 hour, up to 24 hours.
4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
5. Grill chicken breasts for 7-8 minutes per side, turning once. Since the thick parts have been flattened, the whole breast should develop a nice, caramelized texture without drying out.
6. Remove from grill and let rest for 5-10 minutes. Slice for fajitas, or serve whole with lime wedges and cilantro.

Reviews

[loof751]

Outstanding chicken marinade! Love the lime flavor, perfect with the other ingredients especially the cumin. Marinated overnight, grilled over charcoal and enjoyed moist and flavorful chicken - thanks for sharing a keeper!