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Key West Grilled Chicken with California Citrus Marinade

This Key West Grilled Chicken features a bright California citrus marinade and juicy grilled chicken breasts, perfect for a sunny dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Chicken, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice preferably from California oranges
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice Meyer lemons if available
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup olive oil California extra-virgin
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
For the Chicken
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts about 6 ounces each

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the lime juice, orange juice, lemon juice, soy sauce, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper until well combined to create the marinade.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the citrus marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight for deeper flavor.
  3. Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat, about 400 degrees F. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and let any excess drip off. Discard the remaining marinade to avoid cross-contamination.
  5. Grill the chicken breasts for 6 to 7 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F and grill marks appear.
  6. Take the chicken off the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with the lime zest, orange zest, and fresh cilantro, then serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 35gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 720mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9g

Notes

For a milder citrus flavor, use equal parts lime and orange juice. Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The marinade can be made up to a day ahead and kept chilled. Avoid overcooking by using a meat thermometer. Serve with grilled vegetables or a fresh avocado salad for a complete meal.

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