It’s easy to say that I love chicken, and these Grilled Lime Tequila Chicken Breasts are a favorite for dinner. The flavor combination is truly one of the bests to eat alone, or toss into a salad. I love how bright lime is with the chicken, and the tequila flavor really makes things pop!
Grilled Lime Tequila Chicken Breasts
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I am not really a drinker. In the last 10-11 years, I have had maybe 5 drinks, and those not even half. I do however love the flavors that some alcohol offers to my menu. From red wine in my spaghetti sauce to the tequila in this marinade, there is just something that makes the flavors pop and come to life.
This marinade is simple to mix up. You can add the chicken breasts whole into this to grill in tact, or you can cut the chicken into pieces to create great chicken kabobs. We have done this both ways, and always love the results.
I let my Beau man the grill since I never know how to operate ours. A few minutes on each side to cook through and give beautiful grill marks and you have beautifully grilled chicken. I love that this is so full of flavor without tons of butter, cream or cheese. Truly a dieters dream!
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded flat and thin by a meat mallet
- 1 C tequila
- 1 C fresh lime plus 1 TBSP fresh lime zest
- ½ C fresh squeezed orange juice
- ¼ C coconut oil
- 1 TBSP Worcestershire
- salt & pepper, to taste
- 2 tsp ground paprika
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- chopped cilantro & lime zest
- Combine in a bowl tequila, lime juice, lime zest, orange juice, coconut oil, and Worcestershire, whisk until thoroughly blended.
- Pour contents into a gallon Ziplock bag and add chicken. Seal the bag then shake it to spread the marinate the chicken, place it in the refrigerator for 3- 8 hours.
- Before grilling you may wish to season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Use a paper towel wipe oil on the BBQ grate before grilling on a slow lo-heat.
- Grill on both sides for 10 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to check for proper doneness.
- Remove from grill, cover with a foil tent and let rest to allow the juices to settle for about 10 minutes.
- Add garnish of cilantro and lime zest.

This grilled lime tequila chicken breast marinade is also great if you want to marinade items as you freeze them. I love grabbing Zaycon chicken breasts on sale for $1.89lb. then bagging 3-4 breasts per gallon bag with various marinades. I label with the flavor, then simple pull them out, thaw overnight and toss on the grill for a super easy, yummy an already well seasoned meat to go along with rice, salad or baked potatoes.
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Chrissa - Physical Kitchness says
YEP making this. Love what you’ve done and no refined sugar, gluten free, dairy free. YAY!!!!!! Looks really REALLY good!
Romany says
Looks absolutely delicious, definitely going on my ‘to make’ list. Thanks for sharing the recipe with us 🙂 #twocuptuesday
[email protected] Interior Frugalista.com says
Yes please! Pinned it and now I’m very hungry. Thanks for the recipe!
Melissa says
Tequila and lime is such a perfect combination, adding grilled chicken just takes it over the top! Thanks for sharing on Delicious Dishes recipe party!
Dee says
Sounds delish and perfect for this time of year! Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday! 🙂
Theresa @DearCreatives says
This sounds really good & is totally our families style. Can’t wait to try your recipe.
Karly says
Love this chicken recipe! Thanks for linkin’ up with What’s Cookin’ Wednesday!
BonBon ~ Farmhouse 40 says
Wow love this recipe. Thanks for sharing your recipe at Inspire Me Monday. You are one of my featured picks this week. I hope you stop by and check it out at http://www.farmhouse40.com
Crystal Green says
This looks delicious. I would love to give this a try.
Thank you for sharing this with us on the #HomeMattersParty. We hope to see you again when we open our doors at 12 AM EST on Friday.
Brett Martin says
This is the perfect grill recipe for summer! Thanks for linking up at Delicious Dishes Recipes, hope to see you again this week!