Citrusy Chicken With Tequila and Rice Salad Recipe

Name: Citrusy Chicken With Tequila and Rice Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup orange juice; ¼ cup lime juice; ¼ cup tequila; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon pepper (McCormick Smokehouse); 6 large skinless chicken thighs; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons marinade (leftover from above); ¼ teaspoon salt; 3 cups cooked rice; 12 red bell pepper; 12 yellow bell pepper; 2 green onions, slice thin; 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

Servings: persons

½ cup orange juice
¼ cup lime juice
¼ cup tequila
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper (McCormick Smokehouse)
6 large skinless chicken thighs
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons marinade (leftover from above)
¼ teaspoon salt
3 cups cooked rice
12 red bell pepper
12 yellow bell pepper
2 green onions, slice thin
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

1
Prepare the marinade in a large resealable plastic bag; combine orange juice, lime juice, tequila, canola oil, salt and pepper.
2
Add chicken and place in the refrigerator for 4 hours, up to overnight.
3
Heat a grill to medium high heat, preparing for direct and indirect grilling.
4
Remove chicken from marinade and boil for 1 minute and reserve.
5
Grill chicken, over direct heat, for 5 minutes per side; transfer to indirect side and continue grilling, basting every 5 minutes, until cooked through (internal temperature 160 degrees F), about 20 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk olive oil, 3 tablespoons of the boiled marinade, and salt.
7
Stir in rice, peppers, green onions, and cilantro.
8
Serve salad, at room temperature, with the chicken.

1156

kcal

Calories

Fat

156

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.

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup orange juice, ¼ cup lime juice, ¼ cup tequila, 2 tablespoons canola oil, and more.

Yes, Citrusy Chicken With Tequila and Rice Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Citrusy Chicken With Tequila and Rice Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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