How to Make Tequila-Lime Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tequila-Lime Chicken is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer barbecue or dinner party. This recipe combines the smoky flavor of grilled chicken with the bright and zesty flavors of tequila and lime, creating a dish that is sure to impress your guests.

The key to this recipe is marinating the chicken in a mixture of tequila, lime juice, and spices. The tequila helps to tenderize the meat, while the lime juice adds a tangy and refreshing flavor. Combined with a bl...

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Ingredients

  • 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

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • 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

    244 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 69mg
    • Sodium: 207mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 2g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 146mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 180mg