Tex-Mex Tequila Lime Grilled Chicken - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 tbsp minced fresh cilantro
1 tbsp minced fresh oregano
1 1/2 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp ground smoked paprika
1 None large lime, zested and juiced
4 tbsp honey mustard dressing with chipotle
2 tbsp tequila
4 lb roasting chicken

Preparation

Heat your outdoor grill for indirect cooking. If using charcoal, place the briquettes on one side of the grill. Place a drip pan in the bottom of the cool side of the grill. In a bowl, combine cilantro, oregano, paprika, and 2 teaspoons lime zest. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Reserve half.
In a bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons lime juice, dressing, tequila and reserved herb mixture. Gently loosen skin of the chicken. Spread remaining dry herbs under the skin. Brush with dressing mixture.
Place chicken on a grill over drip pan. Cover and cook for 1 hour and 15 mins, basting occasionally with dressing mixture. Let chicken stand for 10 mins before carving.