Best Grilled Margarita Chicken... Ever!

This margarita chicken gets its kick from a zesty marinade of fresh juice, liquor, and seasonings. You've tried the rest, now try the best!

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 390 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons honey
• ¼ cup orange juice
• 2 teaspoons onion salt
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 3 tablespoons tequila
• ⅔ cup chopped fresh cilantro
• ¼ cup lime juice
• 1 cup light olive oil
• 3 tablespoons triple sec
• 2 tablespoons coarse black pepper
• ½ cup margarita mix

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil grate.

Step 2

Place cilantro, pepper, garlic powder, and onion salt in the bowl of a blender. Pour in margarita mix, lime juice, orange juice, tequila, triple sec, and honey. Puree on high speed until smooth, then reduce speed to medium-low, and slowly add the olive oil; blend until creamy. Place chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or glass bowl; pour marinade overtop and toss to coat. Refrigerate for 5 hours.

Step 3

Remove chicken from the marinade, shake off excess, and discard remaining marinade. Grill the chicken until tender and juices run clear, approximately 7 minutes per side.