Margarita Chicken

5 from 2 votes

Margarita Chicken is a tangy and flavorful dish made by marinating chicken breasts in a mixture of margarita mix, lime juice, and garlic. After marinating for several hours, the chicken is grilled to perfection, with a slight citrusy sweetness that pairs perfectly with summer meals. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for outdoor cookouts or as a refreshing, zesty addition to your weekly dinner rotation.

Course chicken, Main Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword grilling, marinade

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Marinate Time 4

Total Time 4 20

Servings servings

Calories 184kcal

Author Laura

Equipment

Ingredients

10 oz can frozen non-alcoholic margarita mix, thawed (I used Bacardi)
3 Tbsp lime juice
3 garlic cloves minced
5 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine the margarita mix, lime juice, and garlic. Pour 1 1/4 cups marinade into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 4 hours. Rotate halfway through marinading. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade.
Drain and discard marinade. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Using long-handled tongs, dip a paper towel in cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 160°, basting frequently with reserved marinade. Makes 5 servings.

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