Best 10 Chicken With Citrus Salsa Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the enticing world of citrus-infused chicken recipes. Discover a symphony of flavors where zesty citrus meets tender chicken, resulting in dishes that are both vibrant and tantalizing. From classic favorites to innovative creations, we'll guide you through a range of recipes that showcase the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory. Let your taste buds ignite as you explore the vibrant world of citrus-inspired chicken dishes.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CITRUS SALSA



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This grilled chicken with citrus salsa makes the perfect warm-weather dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil
2 jalapeno peppers, 1 thinly sliced, 1 diced
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, trimmed of fat
Coarse salt, to taste
Freshly ground pepper, to taste
2 dashes tequila (optional)
1 navel orange, peeled, sectioned and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 small pink grapefruit, peeled, sectioned and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
4 scallions, thinly sliced
10 yellow and/or red cherry tomatoes, seeded and diced
Grated zest of 1/2 orange and 1/2 lime
1/4 cup chopped fresh, cilantro
4 tomatillos, diced (optional)
4 handfuls of mesclun or other mixed greens

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, combine 1/4 cup of each of the lime juice, olive oil, and jalapeno slices. Rub chicken with salt and pepper, add to marinade. Add a dash of tequila. Marinate for at least half an hour.
  • In a medium bowl, combine citrus fruit, scallions, tomatoes, remaining lime juice and olive oil, zests, salt and pepper, diced jalapeno, cilantro, tomatillos, and remaining tequila. Set aside.
  • Remove chicken from marinade. 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.

CHICKEN WITH CITRUS SALSA



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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

1 cup pink grapefruit sections
2/3 cup orange sections
1/2 medium lemon, peeled and cut into sections
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice
3/4 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash onion powder
Dash garlic powder
Dash dried oregano
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)

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

SMOKY ROASTED CHICKEN AND CITRUS SALSA



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 whole (3-1/2-pound) free-range chicken
1/2 cup smoked olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 -1/2 pounds baby creamer potatoes in assorted colors
2 limes
1 navel orange
1 grapefruit
Extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
6 breakfast radishes
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
Flowering cilantro buds
Fleur de sel

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.

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CITRUS SALSA



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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

1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, divided
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
2 jalapeno peppers, 1 thinly sliced, 1 diced (keep separate)
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, trimmed of fat
coarse salt, to taste
fresh ground pepper, to taste
2 dashes tequila (optional)
1 navel orange, peeled, sectioned and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 small pink grapefruit, peeled, sectioned and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
4 green onions, thinly sliced
10 yellow cherry tomatoes or 10 cherry tomatoes, seeded and diced
1/2 orange zest, grated
1/2 lime zest, grated
1/4 cup chopped chopped fresh cilantro
4 tomatillos, diced (optional)
4 handfuls mixed greens, baby greens or 4 mesclun

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

CITRUS CHICKEN



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     main-dish

Time 7h45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 pounds bone-in chicken thighs
3/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice, about 2 oranges
2 tablespoons grated orange zest
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon chiffonade fresh mint leaves
1 1/2 tablespoons chiffonade basil leaves
3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons minced shallots
1 tablespoon celery seeds
Glaze, recipe follows
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon minced shallots
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1/2 cup orange marmalade (look for marmalade with small rinds)
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup reserved marinade, strained

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients in a large resealable plastic bag and refrigerate for 6 to 8 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving 1/4 cup for Glaze and put the chicken in a 13-by-9-inch pan and bake for 45 minutes. Baste with the Glaze, turn the pieces over and bake for an additional 15 to 25 minutes, basting every 7 minutes. Remove from the oven and arrange the chicken on a serving platter.
  • In a small saucepan, over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. When the oil is hot add the shallots and ginger and saute for 3 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients and reduce heat to a low simmer. Cook for 15 minutes. Baste the chicken with the glaze after 45 minutes.

GRILLED CITRUS CHICKEN WITH FRESH SALSA



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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

1 cup low-fat plain yogurt or 1 cup nonfat plain yogurt
1/4 cup minced red onion
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
salt
fresh ground black pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (4 to 6 ounces each)
1 avocado
4 tomatoes, chopped
1 -2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
8 warm flour tortillas

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 SASSY CITRUS SALSA



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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

2 cans (11 oz. each) mandarin oranges, drained, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped red pepper
1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup GREY POUPON Savory Honey Mustard
1 Tbsp. lime juice
1 Tbsp. chopped cilantro
6 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1-1/2 lb.)

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

SALSA CHICKEN



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Someone gave me this recipe a few years back and it's become a household favorite. You can use mild, medium or hot salsa depending on your taste. I usually serve it with Spanish rice and Mexican-style canned corn. Very easy and quick!

Provided by Faye

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
4 teaspoons taco seasoning mix
1 cup salsa
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C)
  • Place chicken breasts in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle taco seasoning on both sides of chicken breasts, and pour salsa over all.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 25 to 35 minutes, or until chicken is tender and juicy and its juices run clear.
  • Sprinkle chicken evenly with cheese, and continue baking for an additional 3 to 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Top with sour cream if desired, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 101.3 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 35.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 863.1 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

ISLAND CHICKEN WITH FRUIT SALSA



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A truly 'fruiticious' and spicy chicken dish, wonderful for summer deck parties or island dreaming in December! Grill for best results!

Provided by Terry Coonan

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Healthy

Time 3h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (15 ounce) cans pineapple tidbits, drained with juice reserved
2 mangos - peeled, seeded and diced
2 green chile peppers, diced
⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ cup freshly squeezed lime juice and pulp
½ cup fresh orange juice
¼ cup dark rum
½ clove garlic, minced
8 skinless, boneless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the pineapple and the reserved juice from 1 can, mangos, peppers, cilantro, lime juice and pulp, orange juice, rum, and garlic. Let stand for one hour before adding chicken.
  • Strain the juice from the salsa to use for the marinade. Set aside enough salsa without the juice to use for topping the chicken. Marinate the chicken breast halves in the bowl with the remaining salsa and juice mixture for 2 to 6 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Discard salsa used for marinating, and bake chicken for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until chicken juices run clear. Top with reserved salsa to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 67.2 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 62.8 mg, Sugar 25.2 g

CHICKEN WITH MANDARIN SALSA



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When I have some leftover veggies, I dress the salsa up a little with some diced green onions and bell peppers. If you like a spicier sauce, add cayenne pepper to the skillet. -Aysha Shurman, Ammon, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2-2/3 cups hot cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • Drain oranges, reserving 1/4 cup juice. For salsa, in a large bowl, combine oranges, pecans, onion and cilantro., Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 4 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in reserved juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 4-6 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Top with salsa; serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453 calories, Fat 18g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 362mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh citrus fruits. Limes, oranges, and grapefruits are all great options.
  • If you don't have fresh citrus fruits, you can use bottled citrus juice. However, fresh citrus fruits will give your salsa a much brighter and more flavorful taste.
  • Be sure to chop the citrus fruits and onion very finely. This will help the salsa to have a smooth and consistent texture.
  • If you like spicy salsa, add a jalapeño pepper or two to the mix. Be sure to remove the seeds and ribs from the peppers before chopping them, so that the salsa is not too hot.
  • Serve the salsa immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Citrus salsa is a refreshing and flavorful condiment that can be used to add a pop of flavor to a variety of dishes. It's perfect for chicken, fish, tacos, burritos, and more. And because it's so easy to make, you can enjoy it anytime you want a quick and healthy snack or meal.

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