Key West Grilled Chicken
A vibrant and flavorful grilled chicken dish infused with citrus juices, embodying the spirit of Key West.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Mix lime juice, orange juice, pineapple juice, olive oil, honey, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika in a bowl to create the marinade.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or dish, pour marinade over chicken, seal, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade and discard marinade.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve.
Notes
For a deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Allow resting time post-grilling for juiciness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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