Best 6 Grilled Chicken A L Orange Recipes

Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Grilled Chicken à l'Orange, a culinary delight that combines the savory essence of grilled chicken with the vibrant zest of oranges. Perfectly charred and juicy, the chicken is infused with an irresistible orange marinade, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

The article presents two enticing variations of this classic dish: the traditional Grilled Chicken à l'Orange and a tantalizing twist with a Spicy Orange Glaze. Both recipes promise a burst of citrusy goodness, with step-by-step instructions guiding you through the process of creating this delectable meal.

For those who prefer the classic approach, the Traditional Grilled Chicken à l'Orange recipe offers a harmonious balance of sweet and savory flavors. The chicken is marinated in a blend of orange juice, zest, garlic, herbs, and spices, resulting in a tender and flavorful dish.

Those seeking a more adventurous culinary experience will delight in the Spicy Orange Glaze variation. This recipe adds a touch of heat to the classic dish, with a glaze featuring orange juice, sriracha, honey, and soy sauce. The result is a tantalizing combination that will satisfy even the most discerning palate.

Both recipes provide detailed instructions, ensuring that home cooks of all skill levels can successfully create this mouthwatering dish. Whether you prefer the classic elegance of the Traditional Grilled Chicken à l'Orange or the fiery zest of the Spicy Orange Glaze, this article has a recipe that will ignite your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHRIS' GRILLED ORANGE CHICKEN

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This is a chicken recipe that my family absolutely loves. It is chicken breast marinated in lime juice, orange juice, lemon juice, mint, and honey. It is very tender and the chicken is very moist.

Provided by CLHARTMAN

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 8h40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
¼ cup lemon juice
¼ cup lime juice
3 cups orange juice
¼ cup crushed fresh mint leaves
2 tablespoons honey

Steps:

Place the chicken into a large bowl, and pour in the lemon juice, lime juice and orange juice. Sprinkle the mint leaves over, and drizzle with honey. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Preheat a grill for medium heat. When the grill is hot, lightly brush the grate with oil.
Place the chicken onto the preheated grill, and discard the marinade. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes per side, or until no longer pink and juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.6 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 1.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 28.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 79.5 mg, Sugar 24.9 g

CHICKEN A LA ORANGE

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This chicken recipe is quick, easy, and yummy. The orange juice makes a tangy sauce that my family loves served over rice. Add a salad, and you have a healthy, quick meal. I allow one chicken breast per person.

Provided by SKEHLER

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes Skillet

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 ½ cups orange juice
3 tablespoons cornstarch
½ cup hot water
3 tablespoons honey
¼ teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

In a skillet, brown chicken breasts in 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Cook till juices run clear.
Add orange juice to the pan. When juice just begins to bubble around the edges of the pan, add corn starch dissolved in hot water. Mix ginger and honey together in a cup, and add to orange juice. Cook until sauce is thick and slightly browned. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 28.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 79.5 mg, Sugar 26 g

GRILLED CHICKEN A L' ORANGE

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Sweet, savory and oh-so-delicious! The smoky cumin works so nicely on this grilled recipe.

Provided by Chip Burrus

Categories Marinades

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 orange, grated zest only
1 medium orange, about 1/3 cup juice
1 tsp dry mustard
"just a pinch" of cumin
2 Tbsp optional red wine vinegar
1/3 c olive oil
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp flour
1/2 Tbsp sugar
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp dry mustard
2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
1/2 c orange juice

Steps:

1. In a 9x13 dish make the marinade by combining the first 5 ingredients; zest, juice, mustard, cumin, if using, and vinegar.
2. Spread out a sheet of plastic wrap about 2 feet long and place chicken breasts on it.
3. Spread another sheet of plastic wrap over the chicken breasts.
4. With flat side of a mallet, pound the chicken to an even 1/2 inch thickness.
5. Remove plastic wrap and place chicken in marinade.
6. Cover and allow to marinate 30 minutes to 1 hour.
7. When you are ready to cook the chicken, preheat the grill.
8. Then prepare the sauce.
9. In a wide skillet, melt the butter over low heat and stir in the flour.
10. Cook this roux over low heat for a minute or two, until it bubbles.
11. Add the sugar, cinnamon, mustard and vinegar and stir until well combined.
12. Whisk in the orange juice, bring the heat up to medium, and stir until thickened.
13. Lower the heat and cover the pan to keep the sauce hot while you grill the chicken.
14. Grill the chicken just until cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
15. When serving, place the grilled chicken on a heated platter, pour some of the sauce over it and pass the rest of the sauce.
16. Serves 4.

ORANGE-SAGE GRILLED CHICKEN

Orange-Sage Grilled Chicken image

The quintessential summer meal-barbecued chicken!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/2 cup orange marmalade
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1 teaspoon dried sage leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
3- to 3 1/2-lb cut-up broiler-fryer chicken, skin removed if desired
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon coarse ground pepper

Steps:

Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. In 1-quart saucepan, mix marmalade, vinegar, oil and sage. Cook over low heat about 1 minute, stirring occasionally, until well blended. Stir in chives. Reserve 1/3 cup marmalade mixture to serve with chicken.
Sprinkle chicken with garlic salt and pepper. Cover and grill chicken over medium heat 15 minutes; turn chicken. Cover and grill 20 to 30 minutes longer, turning occasionally and brushing 2 or 3 times with marmalade mixture, until juice of chicken is no longer pink when centers of thickest pieces are cut.
Serve reserved marmalade mixture with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 40 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 1/2 g

GRILLED ORANGE CHICKEN STRIPS

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These savory marinated chicken strips are great for a picnic or backyard barbecue. I grill them right along with sausages and hot dogs. Skewering the chicken makes it easy to handle, but you can put the strips directly on the grill or broil them in the oven if you prefer. -Marion Lowery, Medford, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 tablespoons chopped fresh orange segments
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons lime juice
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/4-inch strips

Steps:

Combine the first nine ingredients in a resealable plastic; add chicken and turn to coat. Seal and refrigerate for 1 hour. , Drain and discard marinade. Thread meat on metal or soaked wood skewers. Grill, uncovered, over medium-hot heat for 6-8 minutes or until juices run clear, turning often.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 9g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 56mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED ORANGE CHICKEN BREASTS

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This chicken has a wonderful flavor and the citrus makes it nice and tender. Plan ahead, because it does need to marinade 1-2 hours. We enjoy using the leftover chicken on top of mixed green salads. Prep time does not include maridading. Grilling time is estimated.

Provided by Chef Buggsy Mate

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 1/2-2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 tablespoons chopped fresh orange sections
1/3 cup orange juice (fresh squeezed is best)
1/4 cup olive oil
3 teaspoons lime juice
4 -5 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons dried oregano (I like to use Mexican Oregano for this)
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Combine all ingredients except the chicken in a large resealable plastic bag; seal then lightly shake to mix.
Add the chicken then turn to coat well.
Seal and refrigerate 1-2 hours.
Drain and discard marinade.
Grill uncovered, over medium-hot coals, turning often, 10-15 minutes or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.5, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 327.6, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1.8, Protein 24.6

Tips:

Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs for quick and even cooking.
To ensure the chicken is cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C).
For a more flavorful marinade, let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
If you don't have time to marinate the chicken, you can simply brush it with the orange juice mixture before grilling.
To prevent the chicken from sticking to the grill, lightly oil the grates before cooking.
Cook the chicken over medium heat to prevent it from burning.
Baste the chicken with the remaining orange juice mixture during grilling to keep it moist and flavorful.
Serve the chicken immediately with your favorite sides, such as rice, vegetables, or salad.

Conclusion:

Grilled Chicken a l'Orange is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful orange juice mixture, then grilled to perfection. The result is a juicy, tender, and flavorful chicken that is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or an impressive dish for a special occasion, give Grilled Chicken a l'Orange a try.