Costa Vida Grilled Chicken Recipe

I have eaten at Costa Vida, a restaurant that specializes in serving Fresh Mex, but I always order the pork and have never tried the Costa Vida chicken. When I saw this recipe on Your Home Based Mom, I knew I had to give it a try because it was too simple to pass up.

I don’t know how it compares to Costa Vida Chicken but I loved it and it makes a lot. I was able to get just over 2 meals with this recipe. We did tacos one time, then I put the rest in the freezer for another night. With the leftovers, I made quesadillas one night for dinner (the chicken, fresh cilantro, and cheese), then I still have enough to make taco salads for a few times for my lunch.

EASY GRILLED CHICKEN RECIPE | bright, bold asian flavors

Marinated Chicken Tacos πŸ”—

Marinated Chicken Tacos

Prep: 0min

Ingredients:

  • Ingredients:
  • ~ 3 lbs. chicken breast
  • ~ Β½ c. olive oil
  • ~ 1 heaping T. fresh garlic, finely minced
  • ~ 3 T. all purpose seasoning (I used a combo of original Mrs. Dash & Emeril’s Original Essence.)
  • ~ 1 T. kosher salt
  • ~ ΒΌ tsp black pepper
  • ~ Β½ tsp smoked paprika, optional
  • ~ Juice of 2 lemons

Instruction:

  1. Pat chicken dry. Trim all fat and cut each chicken breast in half, lengthwise.
  2. Add all other ingredients in a large Ziplock freezer bag. Mix to combine well. Add chicken, seal bag, and turn to coat chicken pieces completely.
  3. Place in refrigerator to marinate for 30-45 minutes, turning occasionally.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade; place on pre-heated, oiled grill. Grill on medium-low heat until cooked completely through. Chicken should reach 165 F. Chop chicken into bite sized pieces and serve warm in a soft tortilla with your favorite taco toppings.

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