San Antonio Grilled Red Pepper Mexican Chicken Marinade Recipe
This recipe features a flavorful marinade made from roasted red peppers, spices, and fresh ingredients, perfect for grilling chicken with a smoky, tangy taste. Ideal for Tex-Mex dishes like tacos, burritos, or as a standalone grilled dish.
Equipment
- 1 Grill Preheat to medium-high for best results.
- 1 Blender For blending marinade ingredients.
- 1 Bowl To marinate chicken.
- 1 Tongs To handle chicken on the grill.
Ingredients
- 2 Red peppers Roasted red peppers Core and seed before blending.
- 3 Cloves Garlic Minced or crushed.
- 1 Tbsp Lime juice Freshly squeezed for maximum flavor.
- 1 Cup Fresh cilantro Chopped finely.
- 4 Pieces Chicken breasts Skinless boneless for easy grilling.
- 1 Tsp Cumin Ground for added warmth and depth.
- 1 Tsp Chili powder Mild or hot based on your preference.
- 1 Tsp Paprika For a smoky earthy taste.
Instructions
- Roast red peppers until charred, then peel and remove seeds.
- Blend roasted peppers, garlic, lime juice, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, and paprika until smooth.
- Coat chicken with the marinade and refrigerate for 1-2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, until fully cooked and slightly charred.
- Serve with your favorite sides like tacos, burritos, or a fresh salad.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add chipotle peppers to the marinade.
- Marinate the chicken overnight for even richer flavor.
- This marinade works great with shrimp, pork, or even tofu for a vegetarian version.