Easy Mexican Chicken Marinade
A quick and flavorful marinade that infuses chicken with vibrant lime, garlic, and spices, making it perfect for grilling or tacos.
Ingredients
For the Marinade
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lime juice Can substitute with lemon juice.
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- to taste Salt and pepper
For the Chicken
- 1 pound chicken breasts
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or a shallow dish.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it’s well-coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour—overnight is ideal for deeper flavor.
Cooking
- Preheat the grill or oven and cook the chicken until it’s fully cooked (165°F/75°C). Serve hot.
Notes
For a thicker marinade, add a tablespoon of Greek yogurt. Marinate overnight for best flavor.