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!
1
Place the chicken in a large plastic bag.
- Chicken: 500 g
2
In a bowl, mix lime juice and zest, orange juice and zest, oil, oregano, garlic, and hot pepper.
- 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.
- 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.
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
6
Grill the chicken until golden brown.
