Spicy grilled chicken with citrus

4 servings

115 minutes

Spicy grilled chicken with citrus is a blend of zest and freshness that has won the hearts of American cuisine lovers. This recipe embodies the spirit of summer barbecues, offering a rich flavor of roasted meat with hints of citrus and spices. Lime and orange give the chicken a subtle tang and juiciness, while garlic, oregano, and chili pepper add brightness and heat. Perfect for warm outdoor evenings when the aroma of a smoking grill fills the air. It can be served with a light vegetable side or a cool yogurt-based sauce to balance the spiciness. This recipe is a great way to add variety to traditional grilling menus and discover rich flavor combinations!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 367.8
• Proteins: 20.7g
• Fats: 30.1g
• Carbohydrates: 3.5g

Ingredients

• Chicken: 500 g
• Lime zest: 1.5 tbsp
• Orange zest: 1.5 tbsp
• Olive oil: 0.3 glass
• Dried oregano: 0.5 tsp
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Chili pepper: 1 pc
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Lemon juice: 2 tbsp
• Orange juice: 3 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Place the chicken in a large plastic bag.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken: 500 g

2. In a bowl, mix lime juice and zest, orange juice and zest, oil, oregano, garlic, and hot pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lime zest: 1.5 tablespoon
   • Orange zest: 1.5 tablespoon
   • Olive oil: 0.3 glass
   • Dried oregano: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Chili pepper: 1 piece
   • Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
   • Orange juice: 3 tablespoons

3. Pour the marinade into a plastic bag over the chicken and place it in a shallow dish.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken: 500 g

4. Cool for 90 minutes (up to 4 hours), turning occasionally.

5. Remove the chicken from the marinade and season with salt and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

6. Grill the chicken until golden brown.