Barefoot Contessa'S Tequila Lime Chicken Recipe

Name: Barefoot Contessa'S Tequila Lime Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup gold tequila; 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (5 to 6 limes); 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (2 oranges); 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 tablespoon minced cilantro; 1 - 1 1/2 tablespoon minced fresh jalapeno pepper; 3 garlic cloves (fresh, minced); 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 6 split boneless chicken breasts, skin on

Servings: persons

1
Combine the tequila, lime juice, orange juice, chili powder, minced cilantro, jalapeno pepper, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
2
Add the chicken breasts.
3
Refrigerate overnight (or at LEAST 8 hours!).
4
The next day, heat your grill and brush the rack with oil to prevent the chicken from sticking.
5
Remove chicken breasts from the marinade, sprinkle well with salt and pepper, and grill them skin-side down for about 5 minutes, until nicely browned.
6
Turn the chicken and cook for another 10 minutes, until just cooked through.
7
Remove from grill to a plate.
8
Cover tightly and let rest for 5 minutes.
9
Serve hot or at room temperature.
10
*Ina uses Cuervo Gold tequila.
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** She also says there is NO substitute for freshly squeezed lime juice.
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***Cook time does not include marinating the chicken overnight.

400

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup gold tequila, 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (5 to 6 limes), 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (2 oranges), 1 tablespoon chili powder, and more.

Yes, Barefoot Contessa'S Tequila Lime Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Barefoot Contessa'S Tequila Lime Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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