Margarita Chicken Skewers

A close up of chunk of chicken on skewers.

These margarita chicken skewers are a serious game changer! With fresh citrus flavor from an easy marinade, they're perfect for grilling on a hot summer night.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Diet Low Calorie, Low Lactose

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Inactive time 2

Total Time 25

Servings servings

Calories 265kcal

Author Jessy Freimann

Equipment

Ingredients

3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
½ cup lime juice
¼ cup tequila
¼ cup orange juice
¼ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Cooking spray

Instructions

Cut the chicken breasts into uniform 2 inch chunks. Place into a gallon size plastic zipper bag.
Whisk together lime juice, tequila, orange juice, olive oil, salt and pepper until well combined.
Pour into the bag with the chicken, seal the bag and shake it to make sure all the chicken is covered in the marinade.
Let it marinate for 2-12 hours.
Place the chicken on the skewers and discard the leftover marinade.
Spray the grill with cooking spray and preheat to medium high.
Place the chicken on the hot grill and cook uncovered for 4-5 minutes.
Turn the chicken skewers and cook uncovered for 4-5 minutes or until done. This could vary depending on the size of your chicken pieces.
Remove the chicken skewers to a clean plate and tent them with foil. Rest them for 5-10 minutes. Serve immediately.

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Notes

If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least half an hour first so they don't burn on the grill.
Cut the chicken into even pieces so everything cooks at the same rate.
You can skip the whisking and just toss everything into a gallon-size zipper bag. Seal it and shake well until combined, massaging the liquid into the meat.
Marinate for at least 2 hours for the best flavor, but avoid going past 12 hours so the citrus doesn't start to break down the chicken's texture.
Use a non-reactive container for marinating, like a plastic bag, glass, or silicone. Skip aluminum, since the acid in the marinade can react with it.
Let the skewers rest for 5 to 10 minutes after grilling so the juices have a chance to redistribute.
Ingredients to prep ahead- Mix the marinade and cut the chicken up to a day in advance, then combine and refrigerate until ready to grill.
Leftovers and storage- Store cooked chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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