Honey Tequila Lime Chicken Recipe

Spice up your weeknight dinner with this vibrant Honey Tequila Lime marinade! Perfect for chicken or fish, this recipe is incredibly versatile – bake, grill, or BBQ your way to juicy, flavorful perfection in under 80 minutes. Get ready for a taste explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 677.4 kcal
Protein 98g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Honey Tequila Lime Chicken

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How to Make Honey Tequila Lime Chicken

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, tequila, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, chili powder, cumin, and salt.
  2. Add chicken breasts (or fish fillets) to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator for maximum flavor.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare your grill/BBQ.
  4. Remove chicken (or fish) from marinade and discard the marinade.
  5. Bake chicken for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Grill or BBQ for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and nicely charred.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro or lime wedges before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

151g

Fat

67g

Carbs

16g