**Grilled Chicken with Citrus Salsa: A Refreshing and Flavorful Summer Meal**
Fire up the grill and get ready to indulge in a tantalizing grilled chicken dish bursting with citrusy flavors. This recipe combines succulent chicken breasts, marinated in a zesty blend of citrus juices, herbs, and spices, grilled to perfection and served with a refreshing citrus salsa. The salsa, made with a medley of citrus fruits, red onions, cilantro, and jalapeños, adds a vibrant and tangy touch to the grilled chicken, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. This dish is perfect for a summer cookout, a light and healthy lunch, or a flavorful weeknight dinner. Accompanied by grilled vegetables or a side salad, this grilled chicken with citrus salsa is sure to be a hit with family and friends. Ready to embark on a culinary journey of citrusy delight? Let's dive into the recipes and create this flavorful masterpiece.
CHICKEN WITH CITRUS SALSA
Topped with tart citrus and sweet honey salsa, this tender grilled chicken is an attractive entree. The mouthwatering recipe comes from Molly Slosson of Westport, Washington.-Molly Slosson, Westport, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For salsa, in a small bowl, combine the grapefruit, orange and lemon. Combine the cilantro, lime juice, honey, lime zest and cayenne; stir into fruit mixture. Cover and refrigerate until serving., In a small bowl, combine the cumin, chili powder, salt, onion powder, garlic powder and oregano; sprinkle over chicken., Coat grill rack with cooking spray before starting the grill. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Serve with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 359mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
RED CHILE-CITRUS MARINATED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH GRILLED TORTILLAS AND AVOCADO-TOMATILLO SALSA
Steps:
- For the grilled tortillas: Brush each tortilla on both sides with olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Grill for 1 minute on each side. Yield: 8 servings For the Avocado and Grilled Tomatillo salsa: Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper. Yield: 2 cups
- For the marinade and the chicken breasts: Whisk together all ingredients except olive oil in a large bowl until combined. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until emulsified. Reserve 1 cup of the marinade and set aside. Transfer remaining marinade to a large shallow baking dish, add chicken breast and turn to coat completely. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour in the refrigerator, turning once.
- Preheat grill. Remove chicken from marinade and season on both sides with salt and pepper to taste. Grill the breasts, skin-side down, for 4 minutes or until golden brown. Turn the breasts over and baste with some of the reserved marinade and cook for 4 minutes. Baste, turn and baste again, cover the grill and cook the breasts for 4 more minutes. Repeat the process once more for a total grilling time of 16 minutes, or until the chicken is well-browned and cook through. Remove the chicken to a platter, cover and let sit 10 minutes. Serve with Grilled Tortillas and Avocado-Tomatillo Salsa on the side.
SMOKY ROASTED CHICKEN AND CITRUS SALSA
Steps:
- Roast the chicken. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Using a sharp knife or kitchen shears, cut along both sides of the backbone and discard it. Flatten the chicken and cut it in half through the breast so you have two halves-each with a leg and breast. Rub all over with some of the smoked olive oil, ensuring it gets in all the crevices. Season all over with salt and pepper.
- Set the chicken in a large roasting pan over two burners and heat over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add the chicken halves skin-side down and sear for 4 to 5 minutes. Turn the chicken over, add the potatoes to the pan, and drizzle with more smoked olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Roast in the oven for 45 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the joint between the thigh and drumstick reads 160 degrees to 165 degrees F. The potatoes should be golden on the outside and tender in the middle. Remove from the oven and allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes.
- Make the citrus salsa. Use a sharp knife to cut away the rind and pith from each of the citrus fruits. Holding the fruit over a bowl, carefully cut between the membranes to free the segments. Let the juices and segments fall into the bowl. Add about cup extra-virgin olive oil to the bowl and season with salt and pepper. Cut the radishes into very fine matchsticks on a mandoline or with a sharp knife. Fold them into the citrus salsa, and add the chives.
- Serve the roasted chicken with the potatoes and citrus salsa, and garnish with flowering cilantro. Season with fleur de sel.
EASY GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CITRUS MARINADE
This easy grilled chicken recipe is a fast track to dinner. This grilled chicken breast is never dry, thanks to a marinade that's sourced from the pantry.
Provided by Kendra Vaculin
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk 2 large shallots, finely chopped, 4 garlic cloves, finely grated, ⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil, ¼ cup sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar, 3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice, 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice, 1 Tbsp. Diamond Crystal or 1¾ tsp. Morton kosher salt, 1 tsp. sugar, and ½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper in a medium bowl to combine. Set ⅓ cup marinade aside.
- Arrange 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 1½ lb.) in a single layer in a baking dish. Pour remaining marinade over chicken and turn to coat. Cover dish and chill, turning chicken halfway through, at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
- Prepare a grill for medium-high heat; oil grate. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip back into dish; discard marinade in dish. Grill chicken, turning halfway through, until cooked through and blackened grill marks appear, 10-14 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 5-10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve chicken with reserved marinade spooned over.
GRILLED CITRUS CHICKEN WITH FRESH SALSA
A new recipe I received in my email today! This needs time to marinate in the fridge though, so plan ahead!
Provided by BeccaB3c
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 4h25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For the chicken: Mix all the ingredients except the chicken in a large bowl.
- Add the chicken to the mixture and coat evenly.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat the grill or broiler.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade to protect against cross-contamination.
- Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Place the chicken on the grill or under the broiler and cook until the juices run clear, 6 to 8 minutes per side.
- In the meantime, peel, core and chop the avocado.
- Place the avocado in a clean bowl and toss it with the lime juice quickly so that it doesn't discolor.
- Add the tomatoes, onion and cilantro.
- Add the jalapeño peppers and salt to taste.
- Serve the salsa on top of the chicken with the warm tortillas on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 496.2, Fat 14.5, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 70.9, Sodium 504.4, Carbohydrate 55.1, Fiber 7, Sugar 18.4, Protein 37.3
GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CITRUS SALSA
I cannot express enough how delicious citrus is in a salad. Perfect for warm weather. You will need the zest of 1/2 an orange and 1/2 a lime. It's easier to zest before peeling and sectioning.
Provided by gailanng
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a shallow bowl, combine 1/4 cup of each of the lime juice, olive oil, and jalapeno slices. Add a dash of tequila and chicken breasts. Marinate for at least half an hour.
- In a medium bowl, combine orange and grapefruit sections, green onions, tomatoes, remaining 1 tablespoon lime juice and 1 tablespoon olive oil, orange and lime zests, salt and pepper, diced jalapeno, cilantro, tomatillos, and remaining tequila. Set aside.
- Remove chicken from marinade. Season with salt and pepper. Cook on a hot grill for about 5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. Remove from grill and let stand 5 minutes.
- Divide greens among four plates. Slice chicken and arrange on top of greens. Spoon salsa over each salsa and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.1, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 150.7, Carbohydrate 15.1, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 8.1, Protein 26.7
GRILLED CHICKEN WITH SASSY CITRUS SALSA
Grilled chicken breasts are served with a refreshing salsa of red pepper, onion, honey mustard, lime juice and cilantro for an easy entrée.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 3h20m
Yield Makes 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix orange segments, pepper, onion, mustard, lime juice and cilantro; cover. Refrigerate several hours for flavors to blend.
- Grill or broil chicken 5 to 6 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Serve with prepared salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 70 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 25 g
GRILLED CHICKEN CITRUS SALAD
This is a wonderful refreshing summer recipe. Very good! A must try.
Provided by WAILAKIJACKIE
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes
Time 2h45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, shallots, garlic, chili powder, cumin, and sugar. Pour 1/2 of this mixture into a large, resealable plastic bag, and add the chicken breasts. Seal, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Refrigerate the remaining dressing.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat. In a large salad bowl, toss romaine lettuce with oranges, celery, and green onions. Set aside.
- Lightly oil grate, and place chicken on grill. Discard the marinade from the chicken. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes each side, or until juices run clear when pierced with a fork. Remove chicken from grill, and slice into thin strips.
- Toss salad with reserved dressing, and top with sliced chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.6 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Cholesterol 65.9 mg, Fat 2.2 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 112.6 mg, Sugar 14.6 g
GRILLED CHICKEN WITH SALSA
I know summer has arrived when I make this grilled chicken dish with all its fresh ingredients. The colorful salsa is bursting with zesty flavor. -Julie Simpson, North Aurora, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings (3 cups salsa).
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first eight ingredients; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 4 hours. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine salsa ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving. , Drain and discard marinade. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Serve with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 178mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Use fresh citrus fruits. The fresher the citrus fruits, the more flavorful your salsa will be. If possible, use organic citrus fruits to avoid any pesticides or chemicals.
- Choose the right type of citrus fruits. Different types of citrus fruits have different flavors. For a sweeter salsa, use oranges or grapefruits. For a more tart salsa, use lemons or limes.
- Use a variety of citrus fruits. Don't be afraid to mix and match different types of citrus fruits in your salsa. This will create a more complex and flavorful salsa.
- Add other ingredients to your salsa. In addition to citrus fruits, you can add other ingredients to your salsa, such as onions, tomatoes, cilantro, and jalapeños. This will add additional flavor and texture to your salsa.
- Experiment with different flavors. Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors in your salsa. Try adding different herbs, spices, or even fruits. You might be surprised at what you come up with!
Conclusion:
Grilled chicken with citrus salsa is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The citrus salsa is a great way to add flavor and brightness to the grilled chicken, and it also pairs well with other dishes, such as fish, tacos, and salads. If you are looking for a healthy and flavorful recipe, grilled chicken with citrus salsa is a great option.
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