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

Scale

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

Step: 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.
Step: Place chicken breasts in a large resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over chicken and coat well.
Step: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
Step: Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
Step: Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess marinade.
Step: Grill chicken for 6–7 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step: 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

Keywords: Key West grilled chicken, tropical citrus marinade, citrus chicken, summer grilling