Description
Flavor-packed Mexican chicken recipes are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for Memorial Day. Imagine juicy, marinated chicken grilled to perfection, served alongside vibrant bell peppers and drizzled with a sweet-savory sauce. This dish is not just a meal; it’s an unforgettable celebration of flavors that will transport you to a sunny fiesta, right in your backyard.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Juice of 2 limes (about 1/3 cup)
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 2 colorful bell peppers, sliced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: In a large bowl or zip-top bag, combine chicken, garlic, lime juice, cumin, and chili powder. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- 2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F).
- 3. Prepare the veggies: Slice bell peppers into strips.
- 4. Grill the chicken: Remove from marinade and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Add bell pepper strips to the grill until tender.
- 5. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce and honey.
- 6. Serve: Plate the chicken and veggies, drizzle with sauce, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with veggies (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg