Description
Spice up your culinary repertoire with this Easy Spicy Mexican Chicken Marinade! This zesty marinade combines fresh lime juice, fragrant garlic, and a medley of vibrant spices to transform ordinary chicken into a flavor-packed delight. Ideal for grilling or baking, this versatile marinade not only ensures juicy, tender chicken but also allows for personal customization based on your spice tolerance. Perfect for summer barbecues or quick weeknight meals, you’ll impress family and friends alike with minimal effort. With just a handful of pantry staples, you can whip up this delicious marinade in no time. Get ready to elevate your chicken dishes and tantalize taste buds with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mince garlic and chop cilantro.
- In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cilantro, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag or dish and pour marinade over; ensure the chicken is fully coated.
- Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (up to overnight for deeper flavor).
- Preheat grill or oven to medium-high heat (or 400°F if baking).
- Remove excess marinade from the chicken and cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Serve hot with any remaining marinade drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Entree
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 211mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 95mg