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Qdoba’s chicken is a very delicious food and can be eaten any time of the year. This one is prepared at home for those not in the mood for outdoor dining with their families or friends. This recipe features Qdoba’s taste of grilled chicken, which is easy to prepare and super tasty. Eating it once will make you fall in love with it.
RECIPE INGREDIENTS
Following are the recipe ingredients and measures and precautions for your taste safety.
Ingredients
- 1Kilogram boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
MEASURES & PRECAUTIONS
- Before preparing the recipe wash your hands carefully. And use gloves for marinating.
- Make sure all the utensils and the place where you want to prepare it very neat and clean.
- Cook chicken well at a temperature of 165◦C, it will help to cook chicken deeply.
- Storage of chicken without frying can be only 12 days but in the case of fried chicken, it only can be used within 4 days.
- Always use different cutting boards for vegetables and meat.
- For marinating take care temperature must be low from room temperature.
- While using knives and sharp forks must take care of your fingers and hands.
QDOBE CHICKEN RECIPE
INGREDIENTS NOTES
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Added chicken must be boneless and skinless for juicy and fast cooking.
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Add some oil for better cooking and make some moisture in it.
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Add some lime juice for a tender and juicy touch.
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Fresh garlic is added to the marinade mixture for juicy marinating.
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Create a proper spice mixture for hot flavor including cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, it is the specialty of Qdoba flavor.
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
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Very first we have to create the marinade using be created by following items a bowl, a mix of olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.
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Mix the chicken breasts in a dish with marinade and pour on it. Make sure all the pieces of chicken are coated very well after refrigerating the marinated chicken for a minimum of 30 minutes but if you have time go for 1 day.
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Before starting cooking preheat your grill at medium-high heat.
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Now remove the chicken pieces from the marinate utensil and put them on the grill which is heated at 165°F (74°C). This will cook them in a very efficient way.
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To retain the juices of the chicken and keep it tender best to rest it for 5 minutes, and slice it into pieces after putting it out from the grill.
RECIPE TIPS & VARIATIONS
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OvenBaked: If you don’t have a grill, bake the chicken at 375°F (190°C) for 20 to 25 minutes.
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Spice Level: Adjust the cayenne pepper to control the heat level.
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Serving Suggestions: Serve with rice, beans, salsa, and guacamole for a complete meal.
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Leftovers: Use leftover chicken in salads, wraps, or quesadillas.
EQUIPMENT
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Grill or grill pan
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Mixing bowl
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Measuring cups and spoons
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A shallow dish or any simple dish
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Meat thermometer
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Cutting board
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Sharp knife
Note
SERVING TIPS 💡
- Serve tomatoes, cheese, and sour cream for tasty touch. Or, make a burrito bowl with rice, beans, veggies, and top with chicken the chicken in soft tortillas with and salsa.
Are you looking for another tasty chicken dish? try our CHICKEN OF THE WOOD RECIPE for a flavorful twist!
