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Citrus BBQ Grilled Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 20 minutes (plus marinating time)
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This vibrant Citrus BBQ Grilled Chicken recipe combines zesty orange and lime juices with savory garlic and chicken bouillon to create a flavorful marinade that tenderizes the chicken perfectly. Finished off with a brush of smoky BBQ sauce on the grill, this dish offers a juicy, tangy, and smoky experience that’s simple yet delicious—perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or weekend cookout.

Ingredients

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Marinade

  • ½ cup orange juice
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • 1 Tbsp Knorr chicken bouillon

Chicken

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • â…“ cup BBQ sauce

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Place the 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts into a gallon-sized ziplock freezer bag, ensuring there is enough space for the marinade to coat the chicken evenly.
  2. Make the marinade: In a separate bowl, whisk together ½ cup orange juice, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, ¼ cup lime juice, and 1 tablespoon Knorr chicken bouillon until fully combined to create a flavorful citrus marinade.
  3. Marinate the chicken: Pour the marinade over the chicken breasts inside the ziplock bag, seal tightly, and refrigerate for a minimum of a few hours or up to overnight to allow the flavors to infuse and the chicken to tenderize.
  4. Preheat and grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade, discarding the excess marinade, and place them on the hot grill grates.
  5. Cook the chicken: Grill the chicken breasts until they reach an internal temperature of 165ºF (74ºC), usually about 6-7 minutes per side depending on thickness, flipping midway to ensure even cooking.
  6. Apply BBQ sauce: A few minutes before the chicken is done, brush both sides generously with â…“ cup of BBQ sauce, allowing it to caramelize and add a smoky, tangy finish.
  7. Serve: Remove the chicken from the grill once fully cooked and sauced, then let it rest for a few minutes before serving to keep it juicy.

Notes

  • You can marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor or a minimum of 2 hours if short on time.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to a safe internal temperature of 165ºF.
  • If you don’t have a grill, you can cook the chicken on a stovetop grill pan or bake it in the oven.
  • For extra smoky flavor, consider using hickory or mesquite wood chips on your grill.
  • Serve with grilled vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

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