Description
Elevate your chicken dishes with this vibrant Mexican Chicken Marinade, perfect for grilling or baking. This easy-to-make marinade combines fresh lime juice, garlic, and spices to create a delicious flavor profile that penetrates the meat beautifully. Ideal for a backyard barbecue or a cozy family dinner, this marinade is versatile enough for chicken, pork, or even tofu. Simply marinate your chosen protein for at least 30 minutes—overnight is best for maximum flavor—and enjoy a mouthwatering meal that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on a clean surface.
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, chili powder, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Ensure each piece is fully coated.
- Seal or cover the container and refrigerate for at least one hour (overnight preferred).
- Preheat grill or oven to medium-high heat (375°F/190°C). Remove excess marinade from chicken before cooking.
- Cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), about six minutes per side on the grill.
- Serve immediately with reserved sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg