Easy Mexican Chicken Marinade

Easy Mexican Chicken Marinade: A Flavor Fiesta

Welcome to your next favorite dinner recipe—Easy Mexican Chicken Marinade. Whether you’re prepping for a quick weeknight meal or planning a festive backyard cookout, this marinade promises to infuse your chicken with vibrant flavors that shout celebration!

Ingredients:

• 500g boneless chicken breast
• Mexican marinade:
  • ½ Tablespoon Chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • ½ Tablespoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh Cilantro, finely chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons Lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon Brown sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons Olive oil
  • Salt and Black pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Make the Marinade:
   • In a bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, brown sugar, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir all the ingredients together until well mixed.
2. Marinate the Chicken:
   • Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or a ziploc bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Cover the dish with clingfilm or seal the ziploc bag, and let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, or for best results, up to 24 hours in the refrigerator. This step is crucial for allowing the flavors to fully permeate the meat.
3. Cook:
   • You can choose to bake, grill, air fry, or pan-fry the chicken. Whichever method you prefer, cook the chicken until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (74°C) as measured with an instant-read thermometer. This ensures your chicken is juicy, flavorful, and safe to eat.

Cooking Tips:

• Grilling: For a charred, smoky flavor, grill the chicken over medium-high heat.
• Baking: Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 20-25 minutes.
• Air Frying: Air fry at 360°F (182°C) for about 18 minutes.
• Pan-Frying: Cook in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and cooked through.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 210 kcal
• Servings: 4

Total Time:

• Preparation Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20 minutes
• Marination Time: At least 30 minutes
• Total Recipe Time: 30 minutes (excluding marination)

This Easy Mexican Chicken Marinade is more than just a recipe; it’s a passport to a flavorful feast. Serve this succulent chicken with a side of grilled vegetables, over a bed of rice, or sliced in a warm tortilla for a delightful meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table. Enjoy the blend of spices and the zest from lime that make this dish a standout. Here’s to a tasty, easy-to-make meal that brings the essence of Mexican cuisine right to your kitchen!

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