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grilled citrus-marinated chicken on BBQ

5 Reasons Citrus-Marinated Chicken Breasts Are a Remarkable Weeknight Hero


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  • Author: Laura
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A bright and juicy chicken dish marinated in lemon, lime, and orange, perfect for weeknights or meal prep.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 tbsp orange juice
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp honey
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Whisk together all marinade ingredients in a bowl.

2. Place chicken breasts in a zip-top bag or dish and pour marinade over.

3. Marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes to 2 hours.

4. Pan-sear, grill, or bake chicken as desired until cooked through.

5. Let rest 5 minutes, then slice and serve.

Notes

Do not marinate longer than 8 hours to avoid tough texture.

You can freeze the raw chicken in marinade for up to 2 months.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Grilling, Pan-searing, Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 breast
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg