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Key West Grilled Chicken: Savor This Tropical Marinade!

A delicious Key West Grilled Chicken recipe featuring a tropical marinade that enhances the flavor of the chicken.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 14 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, honey, garlic, cumin, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes until well combined.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  5. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is cooked through.
  6. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  7. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 36gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a smoky flavor, add a teaspoon of smoked paprika to the marinade.
  • Serve the grilled chicken with a side of tropical fruit salsa made from diced mango, pineapple, and red onion for an extra burst of flavor.

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