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all of the ingredients for a marinade, like garlic, olive oil, spices, lime, soy sauce, vinegar, and orange juice

Mexican Citrus Chicken Marinade

Melinda | Missouri Girl
This easy Mexican Citrus Chicken Marinade will create the most flavorful and juicy chicken ever.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Marinating time 3 hours
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs chicken (thighs or breast)

Marinade:

  • 1 cup orange or orange pineapple juice
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoon soy sauce (Tamari if gluten free)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha
  • 2 tablespoon fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients in a large zip lock bag.
  • Add 3 lbs of chicken (thighs or breasts).
  • Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours but 8-24 hours is preferred.
Keyword best chicken marinade, Grilled chicken, juicy chicken, moist chicken