MEXICAN GRILLED CHICKEN

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We love this chicken. The marinade whips up in a minute in the food processor or blender. Preparation time does not include time to marinate.

Provided by Pesto lover

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 23m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

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Ingredients

8 chicken thighs or 4 chicken breast halves, on the bone
1/2 onion
1 large garlic clove
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon Mexican oregano
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried chipotle powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 limes, juice of or 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 handful cilantro leaf (optional)

Steps:

Put all marinade ingredients in the blender or food processor and liquify.
Put marinade in a gallon-size zip lock bag and add chicken pieces. Turn a few times to distribute marinade.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours I leave it for about 10 hours.
Remove chicken from marinade and place on hot grill. Discard marinade.
Grill, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through.

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