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GRILLED MARGARITA CHICKEN

Active Time : 25 Minutes
Total Time : 40 Minutes
Serves : 6
INGREDIENTS
  • 1/4 cup 100% pure olive oil
  • 1/4 cup tequila optional
  • 1 10 ounce can frozen margarita mix thawed
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
DIRECTIONS

In medium bowl, combine margarita mix, oil, tequila, orange juice, cilantro, garlic and orange zest; salt and pepper to taste.

Place chicken breasts in a 1-gallon recloseable food storage bag; pour in marinade. Seal bag; toss to coat. Refrigerate several hours or up to overnight, turning occasionally.

Prepare grill to medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade; discard marinade. Place chicken on grill; grill, turning once, 10-12 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 170°F on an instant read thermometer.