Best 4 Ingredient Tequila Lime Marinade Recipes

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TEQUILA LIME MARINADE



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This marinade has a little kick to it. It's best if used to marinate overnight. I slow cook chicken in a crock pot in marinate for 8 hours and then add to red chili. I won a chili cook off using this recipe.

Provided by wire1ess

Categories     Onions

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup tequila
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 lime, zest of
1 fresh ripe jalapeno chile, minced (the red one)
2 stalks green onions, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup corn oil

Steps:

  • Mix all the ingredients together.
  • Let the mixture sit, preferably overnight, but at least for 2 to 3 hours.
  • Shake the mixture well, then reserve 1/2 cup to use as a baste.
  • Marinate white meats such as chicken or pork for up to 2 hours. Fish and shellfish should marinate for 45 minutes. Shake the food often while it marinates.
  • When grilling marinated food, use reserved marinade as a baste during the second half of cooking.
  • Discard used marinade when you start cooking.

TEQUILA LIME CHICKEN MARINADE



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This zesty and flavorful tequila lime chicken marinade is reminiscent of a margarita and perfect for making grilled chicken for fajitas. You're going to love it!

Provided by Rachel Gurk

Categories     Sauces & Marinades

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup tequila
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons minced cilantro
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • In a bowl or a measuring cup, whisk together lime juice, tequila, olive oil, cilantro, chili powder, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Place chicken in a zip-top bag or a baking dish and pour marinade over, moving chicken around to coat on all sides. If using a bag, put the bag into a bowl to prevent leaks spilling in your fridge. If using a baking dish, cover with plastic wrap.
  • Place in fridge and marinate for 30 minutes to 4 hours. When ready to cook, remove from marinade and grill over medium heat (350°F) for 15-20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F on an instant read thermometer, flipping once. Cooking time will vary depending on thickness of meat and exact grill temperature.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 4 oz chicken breast, Calories 230 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 35 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 96 mg, Sodium 231 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 5 g

TEQUILA LIME CHICKEN



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup gold tequila
1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (5 to 6 limes)
1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (2 oranges)
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon minced fresh jalapeno pepper (1 pepper seeded)
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic (3 cloves)
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 whole (6 split) boneless chicken breasts, skin on

Steps:

  • Combine the tequila, lime juice, orange juice, chili powder, jalapeno pepper, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add the chicken breasts. Refrigerate overnight.
  • Heat a grill with coals and brush the rack with oil to prevent the chicken from sticking. Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade, sprinkle well with salt and pepper, and grill them skin-side down for about 5 minutes, until nicely browned. Turn the chicken and cook for another 10 minutes, until just cooked through. Remove from the grill to a plate. Cover tightly and allow to rest for 5 minutes. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calorie, Fat 14 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 93 milligrams, Sodium 419 milligrams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Protein 31 grams, Sugar 1 grams

TEQUILA LIME CHICKEN MARINADE - INA GARTEN



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Make and share this Tequila Lime Chicken Marinade - Ina Garten recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lvlrs_l3urnside

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time P1DT20m

Yield 4 Chicken Breasts, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup gold tequila
1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (5 to 6 limes)
1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (2 oranges)
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic (3 cloves)
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
4 chicken breasts

Steps:

  • Combine the tequila, lime juice, orange juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  • Add the chicken breasts.
  • Refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.4, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 965.6, Carbohydrate 9.5, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 3.7, Protein 30.9

HONEY TEQUILA LIME CHICKEN



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This is a quick marinade that's best on chicken but delicious on fish too. You can bake, BBQ or grill.

Provided by NetDiva Amy

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup tequila
6 limes
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup butter
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 pinch kosher salt
1/2 cup yellow onion, chopped
1/2 cup water
1 1/2 cups fresh cilantro, finely chopped
2 lbs chicken thighs or 2 lbs fish fillets

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients, except cilantro and meat in medium sauce pan.
  • Simmer over medium heat about 15 minutes or until onions are soft but not clear.
  • Cool completely. (Instead of adding water above, I add ice cubes at this stage.).
  • Place chicken in a baking pan and pour mixture over the chickent.
  • Marinade at least 1 hour, preferably over night. If the sauce doesn't completely cover the meat, turn it over half way through.
  • If baking, pour out half the liquid and cover with finely chopped cilantro.
  • Bake at 350 for 45 minutes or until meat is cooked through (depending on type of meat and size of pieces).
  • If grilling, then grill and add the cilantro after cooking.

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