Simple Chicken Fajita Marinade
Ingredients List
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½ cup vegetable oil
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2 tablespoons chili powder
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2 tablespoons lime juice
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2 tablespoons honey
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2 tablespoons garlic powder
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½ teaspoon paprika
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½ teaspoon ground black pepper
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3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into strips
Instructions
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Gather all the ingredients.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, chili powder, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper until smooth.
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Place the chicken strips in a large resealable bag. Add the marinade, knead to coat the chicken, then seal the bag and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
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Preheat the grill to medium-high and lightly oil the grate. Remove the chicken from the marinade, discarding any leftover marinade.
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Grill the chicken, turning occasionally, for about 10 minutes per side or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. An instant-read thermometer should register at least 160°F (70°C).
Recipe Tips
Feel free to adjust the spices and experiment with the amount of lime juice and honey to suit your taste.
For a fresher flavor, swap in minced garlic for the garlic powder.
For a spicy kick, add 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the mix.
Editor’s Note:
The nutrition information reflects the full quantity of marinade ingredients. Actual marinade consumption may vary based on factors like marinating time, ingredient choices, and cooking methods.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
| 260 | Calories |
| 14g | Fat |
| 6g | Carbs |
| 27g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 10 | |
| Calories 260 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 14g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat 2g | 12% |
| Cholesterol 70mg | 23% |
| Sodium 74mg | 3% |
| Total Carbohydrate 6g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 3% |
| Total Sugars 4g | |
| Protein 27g | 54% |
| Vitamin C 2mg | 3% |
| Calcium 19mg | 1% |
| Iron 1mg | 7% |
| Potassium 229mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5