Grilled Mexican Citrus Chicken Recipes

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GRILLED MEXICAN CITRUS CHICKEN

A zesty citrus marinade keeps the chicken moist and tender while grilling.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 4h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10



Grilled Mexican Citrus Chicken image

Steps:

  • In large shallow glass dish or 2-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix all ingredients except chicken. Add chicken; turn to coat with marinade. Cover dish or seal bag and refrigerate, turning chicken occasionally, at least 3 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. Remove chicken from marinade; reserve marinade. Place chicken, skin sides up, on grill. Cover grill; cook over medium heat 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Turn chicken. Cover grill; cook 20 to 40 minutes longer, turning and brushing 2 to 3 times with marinade, until juice of chicken is clear when thickest piece is cut to bone (170°F for breasts; 180°F for thighs and legs). Discard any remaining marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 420 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup lime juice
1/2 cup olive or vegetable oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped onion
4 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper sauce
2 cut-up whole chickens (3 to 3 1/2 lb each)

GRILLED MEXICAN CITRUS CHICKEN

Juicy and tender, this grilled chicken has a Mexican flair. The citrus isn't a noticeable flavor but it helps to tenderize the chicken breasts. When it's grilling season, this is an easy recipe anyone can make. We served the chicken with Mexican rice for a delightful and easy meal.

Provided by Kathy Basik

Categories     Marinades

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11



Grilled Mexican Citrus Chicken image

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare marinade in a resealable plastic bag.
  • 2. Tenderize chicken with kitchen mallet and place in marinade bag.
  • 3. Seal bag and refrigerate, turning chicken occasionally, at least 30 minutes to 3 hrs.
  • 4. Then throw them on the grill. They will only take 15 to 20 minutes to cook. Ole'!

6 chicken breast halves, skinless and boneless
MEXICAN CITRUS MARINADE
1/4 c orange juice
1/4 c lime juice
1/4 c olive or vegetable oil
2 Tbsp cilantro, fresh-chopped
2 Tbsp onion, chopped
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp red pepper sauce

GRILLED CITRUS CHICKEN

It's the OJ, lemon juice and garlic marinade that makes this chicken sizzle.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7



Grilled Citrus Chicken image

Steps:

  • In shallow glass or plastic dish or resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix all ingredients except chicken. Add chicken; turn to coat with marinade. Cover dish or seal bag; refrigerate, turning chicken occasionally, at least 2 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. Remove chicken from marinade; reserve marinade. Place chicken on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 15 to 20 minutes, turning chicken and brushing with marinade occasionally, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F).
  • Heat remaining marinade to boiling; boil and stir 1 minute. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

1/2 cup frozen (thawed) orange juice concentrate
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons grated orange peel
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
6 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 3/4 lb)

EASY GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CITRUS MARINADE

This easy grilled chicken recipe is a fast track to dinner. This grilled chicken breast is never dry, thanks to a marinade that's sourced from the pantry.

Provided by Kendra Vaculin

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10



Easy Grilled Chicken With Citrus Marinade image

Steps:

  • Whisk 2 large shallots, finely chopped, 4 garlic cloves, finely grated, ⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil, ¼ cup sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar, 3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice, 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice, 1 Tbsp. Diamond Crystal or 1¾ tsp. Morton kosher salt, 1 tsp. sugar, and ½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper in a medium bowl to combine. Set ⅓ cup marinade aside.
  • Arrange 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 1½ lb.) in a single layer in a baking dish. Pour remaining marinade over chicken and turn to coat. Cover dish and chill, turning chicken halfway through, at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat; oil grate. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip back into dish; discard marinade in dish. Grill chicken, turning halfway through, until cooked through and blackened grill marks appear, 10-14 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 5-10 minutes before slicing.
  • Serve chicken with reserved marinade spooned over.

2 large shallots, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely grated
⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for grill
¼ cup sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
1 Tbsp. Diamond Crystal or 1¾ tsp. Morton kosher salt
1 tsp. sugar
½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 1½ lb.)

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