Margarita Grilled Chicken

Rating: 3.93 stars
99 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 38
  • 4 star values: 36
  • 3 star values: 13
  • 2 star values: 4
  • 1 star values: 8

This is the most wonderful, best ever grilled chicken! Makes great cold sandwiches, too!

By Verla

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Recipe Summary

prep:
15 mins
cook:
15 mins
additional:
4 hrs
total:
4 hrs 30 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
Nutrition Info
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Ingredients

8
Original recipe yields 8 servings
The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

Directions

  • Pour the margarita mix into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken breasts, and press out as much of the air as possible before sealing. Marinate 4 to 8 hours in the refrigerator.

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  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.

  • Lightly oil the grill grate. Remove chicken from marinade, and discard the marinade. Grill chicken 8 minutes per side, or until juices run clear.

Note

The nutrition data for this recipe includes information for the full amount of the marinade ingredients. Depending on marinating time, ingredients, cook time, etc., the actual amount of the marinade consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:
238 calories; protein 35.4g 71% DV; carbohydrates 12g 4% DV; fat 4.1g 6% DV; cholesterol 97mg 32% DV; sodium 124.5mg 5% DV. Full Nutrition

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Most helpful positive review

R FEERICK
Rating: 5 stars
06/13/2008
I've tried this with bottled mix but frozen concentrate works better. I also add cilantro a dash of cumin and a little garlic. You can taste the frozen concentrate much more than the bottled mix. My kids LOVE this chicken! Read More
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Most helpful critical review

Amy Heironimus Castle
Rating: 3 stars
06/13/2008
I have not yet prepared this recipe but after reading ALL the reviews now I'm definitely going to try it. Seems that people either loved it or hated it! I'm wondering if the brand of Margarita mix makes a difference - also some mixes have the tequila included and some don't. The ingedients aren't specific. That could make a big difference in the end result. Read More
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(23)
99 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 38
  • 4 star values: 36
  • 3 star values: 13
  • 2 star values: 4
  • 1 star values: 8
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R FEERICK
Rating: 5 stars
06/13/2008
I've tried this with bottled mix but frozen concentrate works better. I also add cilantro a dash of cumin and a little garlic. You can taste the frozen concentrate much more than the bottled mix. My kids LOVE this chicken! Read More
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(136)
redbusc
Rating: 5 stars
01/25/2004
I used boneless/skinless chicken breasts and only marinated them for 4 1/2 hours...they were fabulous!!! Read More
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(63)
Frank
Rating: 5 stars
04/20/2009
A family favorite especially after a couple of additions...After turning chicken on the grill add 2 tablespoons of salsa and top with grated cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend). Once chicken is done cooking the salsa will be heated through and the cheese melted. A wonderful southwestern twist. Read More
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(47)
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Cara Bruinius
Rating: 4 stars
01/25/2004
I marinated the breasts all afternoon and really neither of us could taste the marinade! Hmmm.. Read More
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Amy Heironimus Castle
Rating: 3 stars
06/13/2008
I have not yet prepared this recipe but after reading ALL the reviews now I'm definitely going to try it. Seems that people either loved it or hated it! I'm wondering if the brand of Margarita mix makes a difference - also some mixes have the tequila included and some don't. The ingedients aren't specific. That could make a big difference in the end result. Read More
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(23)
HEIDIP
Rating: 5 stars
01/25/2004
I love this recipe! What a great idea why didn't I think of that?:) Thanks!! Read More
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BOGINIA2
Rating: 4 stars
04/27/2010
As is it's a recipe that depends entirely on the margarita mix you buy (I'd rate it 3 stars) but with a few very simple additions - it transforms to a 5 star chicken. Even though my version changes every time I make it here are some basic ingredients to try: to the margarita mix add 3-4 chopped garlic cloves 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon of salt (or 1 tablespoon of soy sauce) freshly ground black pepper. Sometimes I also add some chili powder for some kick. The method of marinading chicken breast in margarita mix makes for very tender and juicy grilled chicken breast that could otherwise end up very dry; also marinading even for an hour infuses a good amount of flavor into the meat. Definitely try it but be sure to pick a margarita mix you like. Read More
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THINGS2COOK
Rating: 3 stars
08/07/2004
After having let this set in the marinade forever and seeing how much of it was soaked up into the chicken I thought I would really get a good flavor. Don't know what I did wrong but it was just grilled chicken...no margarita taste at all. I will say it was very tender and we all ate it anyway and enjoyed it. I will search further for a grilled chicken recipe w/the taste I'm looking for. Read More
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IML8
Rating: 5 stars
01/25/2004
What a great recipe! I cannot believe that a recipe this easy could taste so great. Thank you!! Read More
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