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Citrus Chicken Marinade Recipe

Looking for juicy chicken on the grill? Check out my Citrus Grilled Chicken recipe and tips for the best chicken on the grill!

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 385 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts boneless and skinless
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • zest of one lemon
  • Juice of one lemon
  • 1 garlic clove finely minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup light virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

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  1. Lightly tenderize the chicken using the flat head of a meat mallet. Cut slits into each chicken breast about 1/2 inch apart and only cutting half way through the breasts. This will help the marinade sink in and cook quicker on the grill.
  2. Combine the orange juice, zest and juice of the lemon, garlic, salt, pepper, oil and water in a large plastic bag along or marinating dish with the prepared chicken. Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for 10-30 minutes.
  3. Heat the grill to medium-high heat, approximately 350°F. Spray with grill approved cooking spray and place the chicken directly over the heat. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until done. Since the sizes of chicken varies greatly, so will the cooking times. Use a digital thermometer to measure 165°F internally.
  4. Remove the chicken and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  5. If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in comments or star ratings.

Notes

  • Chicken can also be baked at 350 degrees for approximately 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked or cooked in a skillet. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 385kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 48g (96%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 145mg (48%) Sodium 409mg (17%) Potassium 867mg (25%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 99IU (2%) Vitamin C 11mg (12%) Calcium 11mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 385

% Daily Value*

Calories 385kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 48g 96%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 145mg 48%
Sodium 409mg 17%
Potassium 867mg 18%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 99IU 2%
Vitamin C 11mg 12%
Calcium 11mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.