Try one of our Mexican recipes from the
Tex-Mex Cafe. Some of the recipes are burritos, tacos, quesadillas, fajitas,
enchilada and chili recipes.
Margarita Chicken Breasts
1 t. grated lime peel
1/4 C. fresh lime juice
1/4 C. extra-virgin olive oil
2 T. tequila
1 t. kosher salt
1/8 t. cayenne pepper
4 boneless chicken breast halves (with skin), about 6 ounces each, rinsed and
patted dry
In medium bowl, whisk together lime peel and juice, olive oil, tequila, salt and
cayenne.
Put chicken breasts in large, resealable plastic bag and pour in marinade. Press
air out of bag and seal bag tightly. Turn bag to distribute marinade, place in
bowl and refrigerate 1 hour.
Heat a barbecue grill to medium.
Remove breasts from bag; pour marinade into small saucepan. Bring to a boil and
boil 1 full minute.
Grill breasts, skin side down, until meat is no longer pink in the center, 8 to
12 minutes, turning and basting with marinade once halfway through cooking.
Makes 4 servings.
