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Easy Mexican Chicken Marinade

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This Easy Mexican Chicken Marinade infuses your chicken with bold, zesty flavors of lime, garlic, chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Whether grilling, pan-frying, or baking, it guarantees juicy, tender chicken every time. Perfect for weeknight dinners, cookouts, or meal prep, this simple marinade brings Mexican-inspired flair to any dish!

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Marinate Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish, and pour the marinade over the chicken.
  3. Marinate: Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, or for the best flavor, marinate overnight.
  4. Cook Chicken: Grill or cook the marinated chicken on medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).

Notes

  • For extra heat, add cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños to the marinade.
  • Add fresh chopped cilantro for a herby twist.
  • Substitute lime juice with orange juice for a sweeter citrus flavor.
  • Great for grilled vegetables, such as zucchini, bell peppers, or portobello mushrooms.
  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Grilled, Pan-fried, or Baked
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free