Description
Bright, tangy Tajín and a quick citrus-garlic marinade transform ordinary chicken into a show-stopping BBQ main that’s crisp on the outside and juicy inside.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 2 tsp Tajín
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp honey
- 1.5–2 lb chicken (about 4 breasts or 6 thighs)
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, Tajín, cumin, black pepper, and honey in a bowl.
- Marinate the chicken in a zip-top bag for 30 minutes to overnight.
- Preheat the grill to 400–450°F (204–232°C) and oil the grates.
- Grill boneless breasts for 6–8 minutes per side or bone-in thighs for 10–12 minutes per side.
- Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), then rest for 5–8 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Pat the chicken dry before marinating for better crust. Use an instant-read thermometer to avoid overcooking.
- Prep Time: 50 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg