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Grilled Margarita Chicken and limes on a platter garnished with cilantro.
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5 from 3 votes

Margarita Grilled Chicken

Margarita Grilled Chicken is salty lime goodness. This easy grill recipe is perfect for summer parties, backyard barbecues, and cookouts.
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Margarita Grilled Chicken
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Rachel Farnsworth

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup margarita mix
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
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Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together cilantro, pepper, garlic powder, salt, margarita mix, sugar and olive oil. Mix well.
  • Pour over chicken in a resealable plastic bag or bowl. Marinate 2 hours.
  • Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
  • Cook the chicken on a lightly oiled grate until cooked through to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, which should take about 7 minutes per side.

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Nutrition

Calories: 444kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 144mg | Sodium: 886mg | Potassium: 845mg | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 70IU | Vitamin C: 2.7mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg
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