Description
Grilled Citrus Chicken With Glaze is a vibrant and flavorful dish that perfectly combines the tangy notes of fresh citrus with tender chicken. Ideal for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners, this recipe features a zesty marinade that infuses the chicken with incredible taste and creates a glossy glaze that makes it look gourmet. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures that even novice cooks can impress their guests with juicy, flavorful chicken that’s packed with nutrition. Paired with your favorite sides, Grilled Citrus Chicken With Glaze is sure to become a go-to favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ lb chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 large lemon (juice and zest)
- 2 large limes (juice and zest)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- Honey for glaze
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 to create the marinade.
- Lightly pound or butterfly the chicken breasts for even cooking. Add them to half of the marinade and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes (maximum four hours).
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and brush the grates with oil.
- Grill the marinated chicken for 6–7 minutes on each side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Brush the chicken with reserved marinade mixed with honey during the last minute of grilling.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 92mg