Description
Key West Grilled Chicken with Tropical Citrus Marinade is the perfect dish to transport your taste buds to a sun-soaked paradise. This vibrant recipe features juicy chicken breasts marinated in a delectable blend of fresh lime, orange, and pineapple juices, creating a sweet and tangy flavor profile that’s nothing short of irresistible. Ideal for summer barbecues, family dinners, or meal prep, this dish not only tantalizes your palate but also offers a healthy serving of protein. Garnished with fresh cilantro, it promises an impressive presentation that will impress your guests. Get ready to savor the taste of the tropics with this easy-to-follow recipe that’s sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, orange juice, pineapple juice, olive oil, honey, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade and let excess drip off. Discard leftover marinade.
- Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 grilled chicken breast (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg