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Citrus Chicken Breast Marinade
This Citrus Chicken Breast Marinade combines orange and lime juices and zests with garlic, oregano, paprika, and pepper to tenderize and flavor chicken breasts. The bright citrus pairs with herbs and spices for a balanced, fresh taste. Marinating the chicken allows deep infusion of flavor, making it juicy and aromatic whether grilled or cooked by other methods. Garnishes of fresh parsley and citrus slices complement the dish’s vibrant profile.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 15 mins
Servings:
4
Calories:
401 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- ½ cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest (1 orange)
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons lime zest (2 limes)
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 4 garlic minced, cloves
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 4 chicken breast about 1 pound
- parsley chopped (for garnish, fresh
- orange for garnish, sliced
- lime for garnish, sliced
Instructions
- Whisk together orange juice and zest, lime juice and zest, oil, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika in a mixing bowl.
- Place chicken breasts in a gallon-sized zip top bag. Pour in marinade. Seal bag and work marinade over chicken. Place on a plate and refrigerate for 2 hours (up to 6 hours).
- Preheat grill. Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side, flipping once. (3 to 4 minutes per side for thin cut breasts.) Check to ensure chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
- Remove chicken to a serving plate. Garnish with orange and lime slices and parsley if desired. Serve warm.
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Notes
- Using thin cut or butterfly-split chicken breasts shortens cooking time and promotes even cooking.
- You can bake the marinated chicken at 400°F for about 24 minutes as an alternative to grilling.
- For stovetop cooking, sauté the chicken over medium heat for about 10 minutes, flipping once, until no longer pink and juices run clear.
Nutrition Information
Calories
401kcal
(20%)
Carbohydrates
6g
(2%)
Protein
48g
(96%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
12g
(60%)
Cholesterol
144mg
(48%)
Sodium
554mg
(23%)
Potassium
927mg
(20%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
255IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
26.6mg
(30%)
Calcium
24mg
(2%)
Iron
1.1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 401
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 401kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 48g | 96% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 144mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 554mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 927mg | 20% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 255IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 26.6mg | 30% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.