Margarita Chicken
Ingredients:
4 (8 or 10 oz.) bone-in chicken breast halves, size according to plan
1 (10 oz.) can frozen margarita mix, such as Bacardi, thawed
2/3 cup tequila
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
2 Tbsp. salt free chicken seasoning
Preparation:
Rinse the chicken breasts and pat dry; set aside.
In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Place the chicken and marinade in large Ziploc-type plastic bag. Squeeze out the air and seal. Let marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours.
Set up the grill for direct cooking over medium heat. Coat grill grate with non-stick spray prior to igniting grill. Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Discard marinade.
Place chicken on grill and cook 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until done.
INDOOR: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare chicken breasts as directed.
Roast chicken breasts in preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes.
Makes: 4 servings
Serving size: 5 or 7 oz cooked boneless and skinless chicken
LA Exchange: 1 Protein, 1 Starch
