Chili's Margarita Grilled Chicken And Belinda's Mexican Rice Recipe

Tender, juicy grilled chicken marinated in a zesty margarita mix, tequila, and garlic, then perfectly grilled! This crowd-pleasing recipe is incredibly easy to make, yet delivers restaurant-quality flavor. Served with Belinda's flavorful Mexican rice and black beans, it's a complete and satisfying meal your family will adore. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 362.7 kcal
Protein 62g
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Ingredients for Chili's Margarita Grilled Chicken And Belinda's Mexican Rice

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How to Make Chili's Margarita Grilled Chicken And Belinda's Mexican Rice

  1. Marinate 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts in 1 cup margarita mix, 1/4 cup tequila, and 2 cloves minced garlic in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  2. Remove chicken from marinade and discard marinade. Sprinkle generously with 1 tsp garlic salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  3. Preheat George Foreman grill or gas grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. While chicken grills, prepare Belinda's Mexican Rice (see instructions below).
  6. Serve grilled chicken immediately with Belinda's Mexican Rice and 1 can (15oz) black beans, rinsed and drained.
  7. **Belinda's Mexican Rice:** Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 cup long-grain rice and cook, stirring frequently, until lightly toasted (about 2-3 minutes).
  8. Add 2 cups chicken broth, 1/2 cup salsa, 1 tsp cumin, and 1 tsp garlic salt.
  9. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

6g

Carbs

13g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chili's Margarita Grilled Chicken And Belinda's Mexican Rice?

Chili's Margarita Grilled Chicken And Belinda's Mexican Rice takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chili's Margarita Grilled Chicken And Belinda's Mexican Rice?

Chili's Margarita Grilled Chicken And Belinda's Mexican Rice has approximately 362.7 calories per serving, with about 62 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 11 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chili's Margarita Grilled Chicken And Belinda's Mexican Rice?

The key ingredients for Chili's Margarita Grilled Chicken And Belinda's Mexican Rice are Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Margarita Mix, Tequila, Garlic, Garlic Salt, Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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