Grilled Chicken With Hot 'N' Spicy Tequila-Orange M

Name: Grilled Chicken With Hot 'N' Spicy Tequila-Orange Marinade
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Marinade:; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cups chopped onion; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 4 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped; 4 oranges, peeled and sliced; 1 cup orange juice; 1 cup tequila; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary; 2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro; 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar; Chicken:; 2 pounds chicken pieces, skinned; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; Cooking spray

Servings: persons

Marinade:
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups chopped onion
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
4 oranges, peeled and sliced
1 cup orange juice
1 cup tequila
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
Chicken:
2 pounds chicken pieces, skinned
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking spray

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["To prepare the marinade, heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; saute for 3 minutes. Add jalapeno peppers and oranges; cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add juice; cook 2 minutes. Add tequila; cook 3 minutes. Add rosemary, cilantro, and vinegar; cook 1 minute.", "Place marinade in a blender or food processor; process until smooth. Strain the mixture through a sieve into a bowl. Discard solids. Reserve 1/2 cup marinade. Place remaining marinade in a large zip-top plastic bag.", "To prepare the chicken, pierce with a fork. Add the chicken, chili powder, salt, and pepper to marinade in bag. Seal and marinate in refrigerator 2 hours, turning bag occasionally.", "Prepare grill.", "Remove the chicken from bag; discard marinade. Place the chicken on grill rack coated with cooking spray; cook 12 minutes on each side or until chicken is done, basting frequently with reserved marinade.", "Note: For chicken pieces, use a combination of chicken breasts, thighs, and drumsticks. Look for packages labeled ""pick of the chick"" in the butcher case."]

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Marinade:, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 cups chopped onion, 4 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Grilled Chicken With Hot 'N' Spicy Tequila-Orange Marinade 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.

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Grilled Chicken With Hot 'N' Spicy Tequila-Orange Marinade

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