Description
A simple yet flavorful marinade that transforms chicken into a delicious Mexican dish, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup Olive Oil
- Juice of 2 Limes
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon Oregano
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup Cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients and arrange them on your countertop.
- Banish the prep tasks by mincing the garlic cloves finely.
- Mix all the marinade ingredients in a bowl until well-combined.
- Choose your chicken cut and place in a resealable bag or dish.
- Marinate the chicken by pouring the marinade over it and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
- Get cooking by grilling, baking, or pan-searing the marinated chicken.
- Rest the chicken for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
This marinade is versatile and can be used for pork, shrimp, or vegetables. Experiment with ingredients for different flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: marinade, chicken, Mexican, quick, easy, grilling, weeknight, flavor