Tequila Lime Chicken
 
Prep time
Cook time
Total time
 
Delectable and packed with citrus flavor, this chicken knocks out a fabulous meal every time.
Author:
Recipe type: Main
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Serves: 7-10 servings
Ingredients
  • ½ cup silver tequila
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (5 to 6 large limes or 12-18 small limes)
  • ½ cup orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic (3 cloves)
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 lbs (thawed) chicken breast tenders
  • 1 Tbsp. Chili Powder
  • ¼ tsp. Garlic Powder
  • ¼ tsp. Onion Powder
  • ¼ tsp. Dried Oregano
  • ½ tsp. Paprika (smoked if you have it)
  • 1½ tsp. Ground Cumin
  • 1 tsp. Sea Salt
  • 1 tsp. Black Pepper (optional)
  • 1 packet ranch dressing mix
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
Instructions
  1. Combine tequila, lime juice, orange juice, chili powder, garlic, salt, and pepper in a gallon sized food storage or freezer bag (or some other container that will allow the chicken to be submerged in the marinade).
  2. Add chicken, seal and refrigerate overnight or for at least 8 hrs.
  3. Meanwhile, combine ranch seasoning, 1 T chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, paprika, cumin, sea salt, pepper with sour cream and mayonaisse.
  4. Seal and refrigerate until use.
  5. Remove chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  6. Grill chicken over indirect heat util cooked through. Tenders go fast, so keep an eye on them!
  7. Enjoy with chips and black bean and corn salsa or topped with Mexi-Ranch Dressing.
Recipe by Everyday Celebrations at https://everydaycelebrations.com/tequila-lime-chicken/