Tequila-Orange Chicken Breasts Recipe

Name: Tequila-Orange Chicken Breasts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (6 ounce) boneless chicken breast halves (with skin, about 6 oz. each); Marinade; 1/2 cup tightly packed fresh mint leaves; 1/2 cup tightly packed fresh Italian parsley (with some stems); 1/2 cup fresh orange juice; 2 tablespoons tequila; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 2 teaspoons minced jalapeno peppers, without seeds; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

4 (6 ounce) boneless chicken breast halves (with skin, about 6 oz. each)
Marinade
1/2 cup tightly packed fresh mint leaves
1/2 cup tightly packed fresh Italian parsley (with some stems)
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons tequila
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 teaspoons minced jalapeno peppers, without seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground chili powder
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

1
To make the marinade: combine all the marinade ingredients in a food processor; process until smooth.
2
Rinse the chicken breast under cold water; pat dry with paper towels.
3
Place chicken in a large heavy-duty plastic zip-lock bag; pour in the marinade.
4
Press the air out of the bag and seal tightly.
5
Turn the bag to distribute the marinade; place in a bowl, and refrigerate 2-4 hours, turning every now and then.
6
Remove the chicken from the bag and reserve the marinade.
7
Pour the marinade into a saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat; boil for 1 minute.
8
Grill the chicken breasts, skin side down, over Direct Medium heat, for 8-12 minutes or until the meat is firm and the juices run clear, turning and basting with the marinade once halfway through grilling time; serve warm.

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* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (6 ounce) boneless chicken breast halves (with skin, about 6 oz. each), Marinade, 1/2 cup tightly packed fresh mint leaves, 1/2 cup tightly packed fresh Italian parsley (with some stems), and more.

Yes, Tequila-Orange Chicken Breasts 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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Tequila-Orange Chicken Breasts

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