Tequila-Mango Chipotle Chicken W/Cilantro-Lime Rice

Name: Tequila-Mango Chipotle Chicken W/Cilantro-Lime Rice (Shrimp/Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large ripe mangoes (about 2 cups); 1 -2 chipotle chile in adobo; ½ cup packed fresh cilantro leaves; ½ cup freshly squeezed lime juice; ½ cup tequila; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 2 teaspoons lime zest; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 1 fryer, cut up; 1 cup long grain rice; 1 cup chicken broth; 1 cup water; salt; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 1 tablespoon lime zest

Servings: persons

2 large ripe mangoes (about 2 cups)
1 -2 chipotle chile in adobo
½ cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
½ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
½ cup tequila
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons lime zest
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 fryer, cut up
1 cup long grain rice
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup water
salt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime zest

1
In bowl of food processor, combine first 7 ingredients and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
2
Process until blended.
3
Place chicken in food storage bag; pour marinade over chicken and refrigerate 6-8 hours or overnight.
4
Remove from marinade; discard marinade.
5
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
6
Arrange chicken pieces on rack in shallow roasting pan.
7
Sprinkle remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt over chicken pieces.
8
Place in preheated oven and roast for 45-55 minutes, or until chicken thighs reach an internal temperature of 180 degrees F and chicken breasts reach an internal temperature of 170 F using an instant-read thermometer.
9
Serve with Cilantro-Lime Rice
10
Cilantro-Lime Rice:.
11
In 3-quart saucepan, bring rice, chicken broth, water and salt to a boil.
12
Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed (about 20 minutes).
13
Remove from heat; stir in cilantro and lime zest.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large ripe mangoes (about 2 cups), 1 -2 chipotle chile in adobo, ½ cup packed fresh cilantro leaves, ½ cup freshly squeezed lime juice, and more.

Yes, Tequila-Mango Chipotle Chicken W/Cilantro-Lime Rice (Shrimp/Pork falls under the Seafood 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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Tequila-Mango Chipotle Chicken W/Cilantro-Lime Rice (Shrimp/Pork

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Variations & substitutions

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