Citrus Dijon Grilled Chicken Marinade
A flavorful and easy marinade that tenderizes chicken with a burst of citrus and Dijon mustard. Perfect for summer barbecues.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice of 2 lemons
- Juice of 1 orange
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, like thyme or rosemary)
Instructions
- Whisk together the Dijon mustard, olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until everything is well combined.
- Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag or a shallow dish.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken, making sure all pieces are thoroughly coated.
- Seal or cover the container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. For best results, marinate overnight.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the grill and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Letting the chicken marinate overnight will yield the most flavor. You can also cook the marinated chicken in an oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20-25 minutes if grilling isn’t an option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg