GRILLED MARGARITA CHICKEN BREASTS

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This is a taste sensation and great grilling recipe. My sister served this at a family cookout. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed it and clamored for the recipe. (Plan ahead, needs to marinade)

Provided by shelbyrose

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 teaspoon lime zest
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons tequila
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 boneless chicken breast halves (WITH SKIN)

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together lime peel, lime juice, olive oil, tequila, salt and cayenne.
  • Place chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag.
  • Pour marinade into bag; seal and refrigerate 1 hour, turning occasionally.
  • Heat a barbecue grill to medium.
  • Remove chicken from bag; pour marinade into a small saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil and boil for 1 full minute.
  • Grill breasts, skin side down, for 8 to 12 minutes.
  • Turn and baste with marinade.
  • Continue to grill and baste until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.4, Fat 21.1, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 82.3, Sodium 506.2, Carbohydrate 1.3, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.3, Protein 29.3

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