Grilled Tequila Lime Chicken Recipe

Tequila Lime Chicken Recipe

This easy grilled chicken is a perfect main dish for summer but you can really eat it any time of the year by cooking it indoors. The secret to Tequila Lime Chicken (besides the tequila marinade…can’t go wrong with that!) is the three-cheese ranch dressing that adds a blast of amazing flavor. Oh yes, it’s a summer BBQ miracle!

Ingredients

Chicken breast – Boneless and skinless. Ideally, opt for organic or free-range. Tequila – I love Camarena– it’s smooth and adds a lovely, subtle smokiness. Fruit juice – fresh lime and orange juice. Garlic – minced. Lime seasoning blend – I like Mrs. Dash’s Fiesta Lime Seasoning Blend. But you can make your own with 1 tps. paprika, 1 tsp. cumin, and 1 tsp. salt. Cheese – I like ultra-thin Colby jack cheese. Ranch dressing – Three Cheese Ranch from Kraft is great.

Trademark note: In the spirit of transparency, please note that some of these ingredients are trademarked products. Applebee’s, Camarena, Mrs. Dash and Kraft are proprietary brands that I want to acknowledge and give credit to.

How to Make Tequila Lime Chicken

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Why marinate chicken?

Marinating the chicken is super important and it’s what takes this chicken to the next level. Not only does it add a ton of flavor, but it helps keep the chicken juicy and tender! If you have time, I always recommend marinating the chicken for 6-8 hours or overnight but you can leave it for 2 hours if you’re pushed for time. Even a short marinating time makes a difference!

How Do You Tell When the Chicken is Cooked?

If you are unsure the chicken is cooked through, then you can use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. Insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the breast and make sure it reaches 165F. If it doesn’t, cook it for a few minutes longer.

What Do You Serve with Tequila Lime Chicken?

I love to serve this chicken dish with rice and Pico de Gallo or tomatillo avocado salsa. It’s simple, easy, and incredibly delicious. Other sides that would work well are green beans, salad, noodles or grilled veggies.

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