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Tequila Lime Grilled Chicken

URL: https://www.joyfulhealthyeats.com/helping-hubbie-tequila-lime-chicken/

Ingredients

The chicken

  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts

The marinade

  • ¼ cup tequila
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon ancho chili powder
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Instructions

  1. Combine all marinade ingredients in a small bowl and whisk until well mixed.
  2. Place chicken breasts in a large ziplock bag and pour the marinade over them, sealing the bag tightly.
  3. Let the chicken marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium heat (about 350-375°F).
  5. Grill the marinated chicken for approximately 4-6 minutes on each side.
  6. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts (estimated)

Servings
4
Calories
347
Total fat
15g
Total carbohydrates
4g
Total protein
40g
Sodium
116mg
Cholesterol
99mg

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