Spicy Grilled Chicken with Citrus Marinade

This spicy grilled chicken features a zesty citrus marinade that infuses the meat with vibrant flavors. Perfectly grilled to juicy perfection, it is ideal for summer barbecues or a weeknight dinner. Serve with a fresh salad or grilled vegetables for a complete meal!
This recipe is mexican style, dinner, scaled for 4 servings, with 15 min prep and 20 min cook.
Prep: 15 min · Cook: 20 min · Total: 35 min · Serves: 4
Quick cooking notes
- Core ingredients include jalapeño, salt, cumin, black pepper.
- Follow all 7 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
- Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.
Ingredients
- 1 piece jalapeño (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp orange juice
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 pieces chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp lime juice
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lime juice, orange juice, minced garlic, chopped jalapeño, cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated.
- Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 30 g
- Fat: 18 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.
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