Name: Healthy Grilled Citrus Chicken with Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5-2 pounds chicken breasts; 1 cup fresh orange juice; 1 tablespoon orange zest; 1 large lemon juice and zest; 2 large limes juice and zest; 4 cloves garlic minced; 2 shallots minced; 0.5 cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.5 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary; 1 tablespoon dried parsley; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons honey for glaze

Description

This Healthy Grilled Citrus Chicken with Glaze is bursting with flavor from fresh citrus and herbs. It’s easy to prepare, making it a fantastic choice for a healthy meal or quick dinner. Marinated to perfection, this dish is sure to please.

Ingredients

Scale

1.5–2 pounds chicken breasts
1 cup fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon orange zest
1 large lemon juice and zest
2 large limes juice and zest
4 cloves garlic minced
2 shallots minced
0.5 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons honey for glaze

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Instructions

Zest all the citrus fruits, then juice the orange, lemon, and limes. Combine the citrus juice, zest, minced garlic, minced shallots, olive oil, brown sugar, salt, pepper, rosemary, parsley, and red pepper flakes in a bowl. Whisk until the sugar dissolves.
If using chicken breasts, pound them to an even thickness or butterfly them in half for uniform cooking. Reserve half of the marinade in a separate container for the glaze.
Add the chicken to the remaining marinade in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 4 hours in the refrigerator.
To make the glaze, combine the reserved marinade with honey in a small saucepan. Bring to a low simmer and cook for 5-6 minutes until thickened enough to coat a spoon. Set aside to cool.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Brush the grill grates with oil to prevent sticking.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on the preheated grill. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F in the thickest part.
During the last 1-2 minutes of cooking, brush the chicken with the honey-citrus glaze using a basting brush.
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For more flavor, marinate the chicken overnight if possible.
Feel free to add your favorite spices to the glaze for extra heat or sweetness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 375
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 37g
Cholesterol: 90mg