Stove Top Margarita Chicken With Fresh Corn Relish

Name: Stove Top Margarita Chicken With Fresh Corn Relish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken breasts; 3 tablespoons butter; 2 cups margarita mix (use your favorite brand); 1 cup tequila; 3 garlic cloves (smashed); 1 fresh jalapeno pepper (seeded and minced); ¼ teaspoon Tabasco sauce; ¼ teaspoon lime zest; 3 large ears of corn (cooked & cut off cob); 1 small red onion (minced); 1 small red bell pepper (diced finely); 1 large fresh jalapeno (seeded and minced); ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped finely); 1 large lime, juice of; 1 large lime (sliced thinly for garnish)

Servings: persons

4 boneless chicken breasts
3 tablespoons butter
2 cups margarita mix (use your favorite brand)
1 cup tequila
3 garlic cloves (smashed)
1 fresh jalapeno pepper (seeded and minced)
¼ teaspoon Tabasco sauce
¼ teaspoon lime zest
3 large ears of corn (cooked & cut off cob)
1 small red onion (minced)
1 small red bell pepper (diced finely)
1 large fresh jalapeno (seeded and minced)
¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped finely)
1 large lime, juice of
1 large lime (sliced thinly for garnish)

1
Mix together all marinade ingredients in a large zip-top bag.
2
Season with salt and pepper to taste, and add chicken breasts.
3
Marinate chicken overnight, or at least 8 hours.
4
When ready to cook, heat butter in a large skillet.
5
Add chicken breasts and brown for 5-6 minutes per side.
6
Pour in about 1/2 cup of the marinade,cover, and cook over medium heat for about 15-20 minutes, until chicken is done, checking and turning chicken once, halfway through.
7
Meanwhile, mix together corn relish ingredients, and stir well to blend.
8
When chicken is done, place on a serving platter, with the corn relish, over the top of all, or on the side, however you prefer.
9
Garnish with lime slices.

453

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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: 4 boneless chicken breasts, 3 tablespoons butter, 2 cups margarita mix (use your favorite brand), 1 cup tequila, and more.

Yes, Stove Top Margarita Chicken With Fresh Corn Relish 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!