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Margarita Chicken

This Margarita Chicken starts with a simple marinade and is grilled OR cooked stove top making it the perfect easy dinner idea! Great over rice or shredded in tacos.
Course Dinner Recipes
Cuisine American
Keyword chicken, dinner, dinner recipe, easy dinner, key lime, margarita
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinade Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 35 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 323kcal
Author Jesseca

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon Pompeian Olive Oil divided
  • 1/3 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ground pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 cup margarita mix
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons tequila
  • 1 teaspoon garlic
  • 1 tablespoon apricot preserves
  • 4 Chicken Breast Halves

Instructions

How To Make Margarita Marinade:

  • Combine olive oil, cilantro, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, liquid margarita mix, lime juice, orange juice, tequila, garlic, and apricot preserves in a large zip top bag or shallow dish. Mix to combine.
  • Add 2-4 chicken breasts to the container. Be sure to coat the chicken evenly.
  • Lay the bag, or place the container, flat in the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours and up to 24 hours.

Margarita Grilled Chicken Recipe:

  • Follow the marinade instructions.
  • When ready to cook, preheat grill to medium high heat for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Grill chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees.

How To Make This On The Stove

  • Follow the instructions above for the marinade.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a cast iron or oven safe pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook 2 minutes on each side or until just browned
  • Transfer to the oven and cook 15-20 minutes or until the chicken reaches 165 degrees.
  • Let rest 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • It's always best to pound the chicken to an even thickness or slice breasts in half lengthwise. This gives you even cooking.
  • Prep the grill- make sure it's clean and you have enough pellet chips or propane.
  • Always close the lid to your grill. This helps retain the heat and cook your chicken more evenly.
  • Invest in a food thermometer to double check it reaches the right temperature and also to make sure you don't overcook the chicken.
  • Try this recipe with chicken thighs! It's equally as delicious.

Nutrition

Serving: 4people | Calories: 323kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 102mg | Sodium: 93mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 17g