Drunken Mexibird Recipe

A zesty and flavorful tequila-lime chicken dish, perfect for a fiesta! This recipe features tender chicken simmered in a rich sauce of tequila, olives, and aromatic spices. A fun twist on classic Mexican flavors, it's sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Serve with Spanish rice and your favorite sides for a complete meal.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 1313.8 kcal
Protein 171g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Drunken Mexibird

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How to Make Drunken Mexibird

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 lbs) generously with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp dried oregano.
  3. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken pieces on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  5. Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, or until softened.
  6. Stir in 2 bay leaves, 1/2 cup dry white wine, 1/4 cup tequila, 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives (halved), and 2 tbsp chicken broth.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet. Cover and transfer to the preheated oven. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro (optional) and serve with Spanish rice and your favorite sides.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

35 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

120g

Carbs

2g