Air Fryer Margarita Chicken

Do you like the air fryer margarita chicken dish? So instead of going to a restaurant, you can also cook at home. Let’s talk about its ingredients.

Ingredients for air fryer margarita chicken

• ½ cup of Margarita Mix
• 2 tbsp Chopped Fresh Cilantro
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil
• 2 tbsp Lime Juice, Freshly Squeezed
• 2 tbsp Orange Juice, Freshly Squeezed
• 2 tbsp Honey
• 1 tbsp Tequila, Optional
• 1 clove of Garlic Minced
• ½ tbsp kosher salt
• ¼ tbsp Black Paper
• 2 Chicken Breasts

How to cook margarita chicken in an air fryer

These are some equipment you must have when you gonna cook this margarita chicken recipe at home.

• Gallon-size zipper bag
• Your home fridge
• Air fryer

Let’s cook a recipe.

First of all, take a zipper bag in gallon size.

Put the below-provided things.

1. Margarita mix
2. Cilantro
3. Olive oil
4. Lime juice
5. Orange juice
6. Honey
7. Tequila
8. Garlic
9. Salt
10. Pepper

Then seal your bag and massage the ingredients until they are completely mixed.

After this, open the bag, put the chicken in it, and seal it again. Then squeeze all of the air out, and massage the marinade into the chicken. Keep it in the fridge for two to four hours.

Now, preheat your air fryer to 360°F for ten minutes, and then keep the chicken breasts without touching them. Air-fry for 8mns.

Turn them over and air fry for an additional 8mns.

If the temperature is not reached at 165°F, keep it in for another one or two minutes and look again, because the chicken is cooked when the internal temperature is 165°F.

Overall, this is the process of cooking an air fryer margarita chicken recipe. If you want to cook at home, follow these instructions.

What goes with Margarita Chicken?

If you are searching for an authentic copycat of Chili’s, you are going to want to eat margarita chicken with Mexican rice and black beans.

How do I store leftover margarita chicken?

Like others, you can also store leftover food in your fridge. So the good news is that you can also store this leftover margarita chicken for up to two days in an airtight container or plastic baggie, but first of all, allow them to cool before storing them in a plastic baggie or airtight container.

How do I reheat leftover margarita chicken?

The easiest way: After removing them from the fridge, reheat them in your air fryer until crispy; normally, it takes around three minutes.

Now, I will share 3 more ways to reheat your leftover margarita chicken.

Stovetop: Shred your chicken and put it in a skillet with a splash of water, then heat over medium-high heat until your chicken reaches crispy or 165°F. This method I also use many times.

Oven: On a wire rack over a baking sheet, keep the chicken and bake at 400 F for up to 15 minutes.

Note: Look at the internal temperature instead of overcooking.

Microwave: On a microwave-safe plate, keep the chicken and put a splash of water, then cover with a microwave-safe plastic wrap or any kitchen microwaveable plate cover, then heat on full power for 1-1/2 to 2 minutes.

FAQ’s

Can I bake or grill this recipe?

You Can!

To Bake: In a single layer, arrange the meat pieces and lightly spray a baking sheet with cooking spray. Bake in a 400°F oven until the meat reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, which takes only around 20-25mns.

To Grill: Prepare a grill for medium-high heat, then lightly oil the grate. Remove the meat from the marinade, then discard the marinade. Grill the meat for approximately 7 minutes per side until tender and the juices run clear.

Does Margarita chicken have alcohol in it?

No, the margarita mix by itself has no alcohol in it, but this recipe allows for alcohol (tequila, optional), and you don’t have to use it to still get a delicious flavor.

How long should I marinate the chicken?

Don’t, the meat may start to cook on the edges from the acid in the marinade or marinate for longer than 4 hours. There is no need to substitute anything if you don’t want to use tequila; just leave it out entirely.