Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup honey or agave syrup
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Optional: thinly sliced lime and orange wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Combine orange juice, lime juice, and honey or agave syrup in a bowl; whisk until fully dissolved.
- Add minced garlic, chopped cilantro, grated ginger, salt, black pepper, and olive oil; stir well to make the tropical marinade.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over them; ensure each piece is coated.
- Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for maximum flavor.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C).
- Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off; lightly oil the grill grates.
- Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, until an internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Transfer cooked chicken to a serving platter; let rest for 5 minutes before slicing or serving.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, for maximum flavor.
- Adjust grilling time based on chicken thickness to ensure thorough cooking.
- Garnish with additional citrus wedges or chopped cilantro for a fresh touch.
- You can substitute honey with agave syrup or maple syrup for different sweetener options.
- Leftover grilled chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Florida Keys / Tropical
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 290 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg