Southwest Chicken

Name: Southwest Chicken
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 17 min
Cuisine: American, Southern
Ingredients: 1/3 cup oil (recommend: avocado or olive oil); 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro or parsley; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes; 1 1/2 – 2 pounds chicken breasts, tenders, or thighs

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:12min

Of all the marinades in the world, THIS Southwest Chicken Marinade is the one I make the most. Hands down. My kids love it. All adults love it. And it can be served any way you dream up--a la carte, in tacos or quesadillas, on top of a burrito bowl or salad.

Updated at: Sat, 20 Sep 2025 13:22:15 GMT