Description
This Easy Mexican Chicken Marinade is a fantastic way to infuse your chicken with bold, vibrant flavors. The combination of chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and fresh cilantro brings a delightful kick, while the lime juice adds a refreshing zest. Perfect for grilling, baking, or even air frying, this marinade will elevate your chicken to a whole new level of deliciousness.
What’s more, this recipe is incredibly versatile and easy to prepare. Simply mix the marinade ingredients, let the chicken soak up all the goodness, and cook it to perfection. Whether you’re planning a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend barbecue, this Mexican Chicken Marinade is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Ingredients
500 g boneless chicken breast
Mexican marinade ingredients
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
Instructions
Make the marinade: Into a bowl, add chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, brown sugar, cilantro leaves, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix all to combine.
Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken breast or thighs in a shallow dish or a ziploc bag and pour the marinade over the chicken. Mix it to combine. Cover the chicken with clingfilm and let it sit for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours in the fridge for the chicken to be well-infused.
Cook: You can bake, grill, air fry, or pan-fry the chicken as desired. The internal temperature of cooked chicken should register at least 165°F/74°C with an instant-read thermometer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 210 kcal