Chicken Taco Marinade
This Chicken Taco Marinade is a flavorful blend of lime juice, garlic, and spices that infuses boneless chicken thighs or breasts with zesty taste. Perfect for grilling, it ensures juicy and tender chicken with a delightful char. Ideal for taco night or any outdoor gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1¼ teaspoons ground chili powder
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1.25 to 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- Fine sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the chicken and place it in a large resealable bag.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, onion powder, chili powder, oregano, cornstarch, salt, and pepper until well combined. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the marinade.
- Pour the remaining marinade into the bag with the chicken, seal, and massage to coat evenly. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2-3 hours.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and oil the grill grates.
- Remove chicken from the marinade and grill for 4-6 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Baste the chicken with the reserved marinade while grilling.
- Transfer grilled chicken to a plate, cover with foil, and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg