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Key West Grilled Chicken with Tropical Citrus Marinade: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Chef Mia
  • Total Time: 20 minute

Ingredients

– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
– 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
– 1/4 cup pineapple juice
– 2 tablespoons honey
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– Zest of 1 orange
– Zest of 1 lime
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)


Instructions

Creating Key West Grilled Chicken with Tropical Citrus Marinade is straightforward. Follow these steps for a delicious outcome:

1. Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, pineapple juice, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, pepper, orange zest, and lime zest until well combined.
2. Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours for more flavor).
3. Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If using a charcoal grill, prepare the coals until they are ashen and hot.
4. Grill the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken has nice grill marks.
5. Rest the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for about 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
6. Garnish and Serve: Optionally, garnish with fresh cilantro before slicing and serving.

Following these steps will ensure that your Key West Grilled Chicken with Tropical Citrus Marinade turns out perfectly every time.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 290 kcal
  • Fat: 7g
  • Protein: 30g