Chicken Marinated in Vodka

• boneless skinless chicken (thighs, breasts, etc.)↗3 -4 lbs
• lime zest↗1 teaspoon
• lime, zest of↗1
• vegetable oil↗1 tablespoon
• mint leaves, chopped↗2 tablespoons

  (NOT dried)

• vodka↗1⁄2 cup
• sugar↗2 tablespoons
• salt↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• fresh mint leaves, for garnish↗

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   MARINADE: In a Ziploc-type bag, combine all the ingredients except for the chicken and mint leaves used for garnish.

2. 2

   Stir the mixture then add the chicken parts.

3. 3

   Shake bag gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight, turning a few times.

4. 4

   Use a pair of tongs to place the chicken in an oiled 9x13-inch baking dish. *Discard* marinade.

5. 5

   Bake at 350º for about 1 hour or until meat is browned on the outside and no longer pink in the middle.

6. 6

   Transfer the chicken to a platter and garnish with the mint leaves.

7. 7

   OPTIONAL GRILLING DIRECTIONS: Prepare the grill for indirect medium heat.

8. 8

   Remove chicken parts from marinade; *discard* marinade.

9. 9

   Place chicken on oiled or sprayed grate and grill until lightly browned and no longer pink in the center, about 1 hour.

10. 10

    Turn chicken pieces several times while grilling.

11. 11

    Serve as indicated in Step #6.