Margarita Chicken I

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Margarita Chicken I
20 min.
4
347kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and unique way to spice up your weeknight dinners? Look no further than this Margarita Chicken recipe! Not only is it a delightful twist on the classic cocktail, but it's also a breeze to make. This gluten-free and dairy-free dish is perfect for those with dietary restrictions, and it's packed with flavor that your whole family will love.

In just 20 minutes, you can transform ordinary chicken breasts into a mouthwatering main course, ideal for lunch, dinner, or even a festive brunch. Each serving comes in at a reasonable 347 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence. The secret lies in the marinade, a zesty blend of margarita cocktail, lemon juice, lime juice, and garlic powder, which not only imparts a vibrant taste but also tenderizes the chicken for a succulent meal.

So, why settle for the same old chicken recipes when you can try something new and exciting? Dive into the refreshing world of Margarita Chicken and get ready to impress your taste buds.

Ingredients

  • tablespoon garlic powder 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • tablespoons juice of lime 
  • cups margarita cocktail prepared
  •  chicken breast halves boneless skinless

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. In a large skillet combine the margarita mix, lemon juice, lime juice and garlic powder.
  2. Mix together, then add chicken. Simmer over medium heat for 15 to 20 minutes, or until margarita mix has become a light glaze and chicken is cooked through (no longer pink inside).

Nutrition Facts

Calories347kcal
Protein29.1%
Fat7.96%
Carbs62.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.25
Glycemic Load
0.06
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
11.370434780484%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.53mg
Hesperetin
1.76mg
Naringenin
0.13mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:346.64kcal
17.33%
Fat:2.96g
4.56%
Saturated Fat:0.65g
4.06%
Carbohydrates:52.73g
17.58%
Net Carbohydrates:52.5g
19.09%
Sugar:50.49g
56.1%
Cholesterol:72.32mg
24.11%
Sodium:300.07mg
13.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.38g
48.76%
Vitamin B3:11.82mg
59.1%
Selenium:36.65µg
52.36%
Vitamin B6:0.89mg
44.29%
Phosphorus:247.23mg
24.72%
Vitamin B5:1.64mg
16.44%
Potassium:458.46mg
13.1%
Magnesium:31.97mg
7.99%
Vitamin C:6.53mg
7.92%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.95%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.65%
Zinc:0.72mg
4.83%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.77%
Iron:0.54mg
3.02%
Copper:0.04mg
2.22%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.94%
Folate:7.71µg
1.93%
Vitamin E:0.26mg
1.71%
Source:Allrecipes