TEQUILA CHILI-LIME GRILLED CHICKEN

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This grilled chicken is very good even without the Tequila. Just set back and enjoy the day with friends. Let the grill do the rest.

Provided by Zelda Hopkins

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 large chicken breast halves, skinless and boneless
TEQUILA LIME MARINADE
1/2 oz tequila
2 Tbsp lime peel, grated
1/4 c limes, juiced
1/4 c olive or vegetable oil
2 Tbsp ,cilantro, fresh, chopped
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp sugar
1 small jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped
1 clove garlic, finely chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Make marinade by mixing all ingredients in shallow glass or plastic or resealable plastic bag.
  • 2. Flatten each chicken breast to 1/4 inch thickness, between sheets of plastic wrap or wax paper. Add chicken to marinade.
  • 3. Cover dish or seal bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours. Remove chicken from marinade; discard remaining marinade.
  • 4. Cover and grill chicken 4-6 inches from medium heat for 8-10 minutes, turning once, until juice of chicken is no longer pink.

Blessing Okafor
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I thought this recipe was just okay. The chicken was a bit dry and the marinade didn't have much flavor. I wouldn't make this again.


Enoch Tetteh
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Great recipe! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the marinade gave it a great flavor. Will definitely be making this again.


Foysal Sorkar
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This chicken was a hit at my last BBQ! It was easy to make and everyone loved it. The marinade was flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy grilled chicken dis


ALSAFRAN MOBILE PHONES
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This recipe blew my mind! I'm not usually a huge fan of chicken, but this dish was so flavorful and juicy, I couldn't get enough. The chili-lime marinade really tenderized the chicken and gave it a delicious zing. I served it with some grilled vegeta