Tequila-Grilled Chicken Marinade
Get ready to fire up the grill and take your chicken game to a whole new level with this Tequila-Grilled Chicken Marinade. We’re talking fresh jalapeños, zesty lime, and a splash of smooth tequila blended with cilantro, garlic, and spices into a vibrant green punch of flavor. This marinade isn’t shy — it’s got just enough kick to make your taste buds sit up and pay attention, without stealing the show.
Marinate your chicken breasts for a couple hours, then grill ‘em up for juicy, smoky perfection with a Texas twist. Perfect for backyard cookouts, tailgates, or any time you’re craving that bold, fresh flavor that says “we do things a little different down here.”
Pour a cold one, fire up the flames, and let that marinade do the talkin’.
Recipe
Ingredients
4 jalapeño chilies, seeded and chopped
4 scallions, trimmed and chopped
½ bunch cilantro, washed and stems removed (reserve ½ cup for marinade)
3 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
1 ½ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons tequila
Method
In a food processor, combine the jalapeños, scallions, ½ cup of cilantro, garlic, salt, pepper, and cumin. Process until finely chopped.
With the machine running, slowly add the olive oil, lime juice, and tequila. Puree until the mixture forms a bright green paste.
Pour the marinade over the chicken breasts, turning several times to coat them evenly.
Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours before grilling.
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