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Key West Grilled Chicken with Tropical Citrus Marinade glazed and char-grilled on a platter, topped with orange wedges and chopped cilantro.

Key West Grilled Chicken with Tropical Citrus Marinade


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

Description

Juicy, char-grilled chicken infused with bright citrus flavors and a touch of honey sweetness. This Key West–inspired dish is easy, fresh, and perfect for weeknights or backyard grilling.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice

  • ¼ cup fresh orange juice

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 2 tablespoons honey

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon lime zest

  • 1 teaspoon orange zest

  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

  • Orange slices (optional, for serving)


Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, orange juice, lemon juice, olive oil, soy sauce, honey, garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, lime zest, and orange zest.

  2. Place chicken breasts in a large resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over chicken and coat well.

  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.

  4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.

  5. Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess marinade.

  6. Grill chicken for 6–7 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.

  7. Let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro and orange slices before serving.

Notes

Pound chicken breasts slightly for even cooking.

This recipe works great with chicken thighs as well.

No grill? Use a grill pan or bake at 400°F until cooked through.

Leftovers are delicious in salads, wraps, or rice bowls.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American / Tropical

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 720 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 36 g
  • Cholesterol: 95 mg