Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Grilled Citrus Chicken With Glaze, a delightful dish that combines juicy chicken with a zesty citrus marinade. Perfect for summer barbecues or family gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also impressively flavorful. The marinade, featuring fresh orange, lemon, and lime juices, infuses the chicken with a refreshing taste while the glaze adds a sweet finish that takes each bite to the next level. Serve it alongside fresh salads or grilled vegetables for a complete meal your guests will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ lb chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
- Juice and zest of 2 large limes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (rosemary and parsley)
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine orange juice, lemon juice, lime juice, garlic, olive oil, brown sugar, salt, pepper, rosemary, parsley, and red pepper flakes.
- Marinate chicken in half of this mixture for at least 30 minutes up to four hours.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates.
- Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- For added flavor, brush the remaining glaze on the chicken during the last few minutes of grilling.
- Allow the chicken to rest before slicing and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 298
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg