Tequila Citrus Chicken Thighs

12:02 AM ByFiled UnderMouthwatering Monday, Poultry

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Chicken Thighs marinated in Tequila, Lime and Orange Juice

tequila citrus chicken

There’s so much to love about this simple, tossed together recipe.  I love every bit of it.  Heat, sweet, zing, zest, bite… just yes.

Tangy citrus, zingy tequila, subtle heat from the jalapeno… marinate for a day and then grill… oh yes.

OH YES.

This is one of those recipes that just works.  There’s acid and heat and subtle and sweet and it all works with the ridiculously juicy thighs to make an amazing grilled dish (this also does amazing things to shrimp.. just sayin’)

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Recipe: Tequila Citrus Chicken Thighs

: Tequila Citrus Chicken Thighs
  1. 6 chicken thighs
  2. 1/2 C orange juice
  3. 1/2 C lime juice (the juice of 4 limes, save the “bodies”)
  4. 1/2 C tequila
  5. 1 tsp salt
  6. 1/2 tsp fresh ground pepper
  7. 1 jalapeno, fresh, chopped (if you’re sensitive to heat..remove the seeds)
  1. Chop 1 jalapeno (seed it if necessary)
  2. zest 1 lime
  3. juice 4 limes and save bodies
  4. mix together jalapeno, lime juice, lime bodies, lime zest, tequila, dash of salt, pepper and orange juice
  5. place chicken thighs in a bag and pour the marinade over it.
  6. marinate overnight. Turn every 4 – 6 hours to ensure that thighs are fully coated
  7. grill over medium-high heat until fully cooked or sautee in a skillet with a bit of butter

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Garlic and Soy Baked Chicken Thighs

12:01 AM ByFiled UnderMouthwatering Monday, Poultry

soy garlic thighs

Heather is one of my favorite people.

She is down to earth, talented and sweet.  When she posted this recipe on her site, Home Ec 101, I knew that I had to try it and I’m so glad that I did. It is a massive hit at our house!  Nathan actually ate 3 thighs in one sitting and they are truly tonguegasmically, mouthwateringly delicious! Plus, with chicken thighs going for about $5.00 a package, they are significantly budget friendly! (YAY)

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Garlic and Soy Baked Chicken Thighs

Prep Time: 2 hours, 5 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Approximate Time: 2 hours, 40 minutes

Yield: 6 - 8 chicken thighs

Garlic, Soy Sauce, Honey and Fresh Ginger baked Chicken Thighs - quick, easy, delicious and budget friendly!

Ingredients

  • 6 – 8 chicken thighs (bone in or boneless skinless)
  • 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/2 Tbsp fresh grated ginger
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 5 garlic cloves, minced
  • crushed red pepper (1 tsp. or more, to taste)

Instructions

  1. Whisk together the soy sauce, honey, onion, garlic, ginger and crushed red pepper
  2. Place the chicken thighs and your marinade into a large ziplock baggie and marinate for 2 hours to overnight.
  3. Turn the bag halfway through so that all the thighs get equal drenching time.
  4. Place the thighs skin side up in a baking dish that leaves just a bit of room, but not too much, between each chicken thigh. Pour the marinade over the thighs.
  5. Bake at 350°F for 30 – 40 minutes.
    6. Rachel Note - make sure that if you're using boneless, skinless thighs that you check the temperature at about 20 minutes - you don't want to overcook.
    Optional
  6. Garnish with more chopped green onions, we do.
http://asouthernfairytale.com/2009/03/23/garlic-and-soy-baked-chicken-thighs/

 

I served this with green beans and a small green salad, it was amazing. Seriously y’all, you must try this dish! I will absolutely be making again for our house! NOM NOM NOM!!

Thank you Heather!!!

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