Description
Easy Key West Grilled Chicken with Tropical Citrus Marinade is a vibrant dish that brings the essence of summer right to your grill. Marinated in a refreshing blend of orange and lime juices, garlic, and honey, this grilled chicken offers a burst of tropical flavors that will transport you to sun-soaked shores. Perfect for barbecues or weeknight dinners, it?s not just a meal; it?s an experience that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and olive oil.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375?F).
- Remove chicken from marinade and place on the grill. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Baste with leftover marinade halfway through cooking.
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165?F before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 grilled chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 125mg