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Tequila Lime Chicken

Tequila Lime Chicken: Zesty Flavor for Your Next Fiesta

Tequila Lime Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for your next celebration, combining juicy chicken with a lively marinade of tequila and lime.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Consider thighs for richer flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Tequila Reposado Whiskey makes a great substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Avocado oil can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lime Juice Bottled lime juice is a good substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Omit if not preferred.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Garlic powder can be used instead.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Coriander is a lighter substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander A dash of curry powder works.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Mexican Oregano Regular oregano is a good substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Chili Powder Adjust the quantity to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Plain paprika can be used.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Omit for less heat.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Leave out if not desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Coarse Salt Fine salt can be adjusted.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Freshly cracked elevates the flavor.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish by lightly greasing it.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine tequila, olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, oregano, chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well blended.
  3. Add the chicken to the marinade and ensure it's thoroughly coated. Seal and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  4. Transfer marinated chicken to the baking dish in a single layer. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  5. Set the oven to broil and broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes for a charred exterior.
  6. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro and lime slices before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken breastCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 450mgVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure full coverage of marinade and allow chicken to rest after cooking for optimal flavor and texture.

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