Description
Zesty Mexican Chicken Marinade promises a flavor explosion of tangy and spicy notes. Lime, garlic, and chili peppers create a mouthwatering blend that elevates simple chicken into a culinary experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 limes (juice)
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) vegetable oil
- ½ cup (20 g) chopped cilantro
Spices and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons chipotle paste
- 1 teaspoon chili powder or chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 ½ tablespoons onion powder
- 1 ½ tablespoons oregano
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
Salt and Pepper:
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Gather a large resealable plastic bag or glass container to prepare the marinade for the chicken.
- Pour all liquid and dry ingredients into the chosen container, ensuring each component is measured precisely.
- Whisk or seal and aggressively mix the marinade ingredients until the seasonings completely integrate and dissolve, creating a uniform flavor profile.
- Gently place the raw chicken pieces into the marinade, carefully maneuvering them to ensure complete and even coating on all surfaces.
- Seal the container tightly, then roll or gently shake to guarantee thorough marinade coverage of the chicken.
- Position the marinating chicken in the refrigerator for optimal flavor absorption, allowing the seasonings to penetrate the meat thoroughly.
- For longer-term storage, transfer the marinated chicken to the freezer, maintaining flavor and quality until you are ready to prepare the dish.
Notes
- Toss ingredients into a large resealable plastic bag for easy mixing and cleanup.
- Vigorous shaking helps blend spices thoroughly, ensuring every inch of chicken gets maximum flavor.
- Marinating works best when chicken is fully coated and left in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, but overnight produces the most intense taste.
- Freeze excess marinade in portion-sized bags for quick future meals, keeping your chicken tender and zesty.
- Discard any marinade that has been in direct contact with raw chicken to prevent potential foodborne illness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg