Grilled citrus chicken with fresh salsa is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the sweet and tangy taste of citrus fruits with the savory goodness of grilled chicken. The marinade infuses the chicken with a burst of citrus flavor, while the fresh salsa adds a pop of color and freshness. This dish is perfect for a summer cookout or a light and healthy meal. It can be served with rice, quinoa, or your favorite side dish. Whether you're a seasoned griller or just starting out, this recipe is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you wanting more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
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
GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CITRUS SALSA
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
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.
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
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.
GRILLED FRENCH CUT CHICKEN WITH GARDEN SALSA
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Mark chicken breast on grill, finish in oven for 20 minutes. Toss the mixed greens with 4 ounces garden salsa. Place mixed greens on a dinner plate top with chicken breast. Finish with 2 ounces of salsa and place grilled potatoes around outside of plate.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Clean and butter whole potatoes, bake until soft, about 1 hour. Cut cooked potatoes in quarters, toss in oil and season with salt and pepper. Chill until ready to use.
- Yield: 1 serving
- Mix vinegar and olive oil. Mix all vegetables and season. Pour liquid over vegetables, cover and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
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
CILANTRO-LIME GRILLED CHICKEN WITH STRAWBERRY SALSA
A light and refreshing strawberry and jalapeno salsa with cilantro-lime marinated grilled chicken is perfect for summer as a nice light dinner with a refreshing drink. This recipe is flavorful and summery. Oh and trust me, if you serve this with mojitos, you'll thank me! Please like and share!
Provided by RecipesByRose.com
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine cilantro, club soda, olive oil, honey, lime zest, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a blender. Process marinade until smooth, about 30 seconds.
- Place each chicken breast between plastic wrap and gently pound using a meat mallet to about 1/2-inch thickness. Place in a large bowl and pour marinade over chicken. Let sit for about 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Toss tomatoes, strawberries, cilantro, green onions, jalapeno pepper, lime juice, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate until chicken is ready to serve.
- Grill chicken on the preheated grill until no longer pink inside and juices run clear, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Spoon salsa over grilled chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Carbohydrate 13.2 g, Cholesterol 48.2 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 129.1 mg, Sugar 8.5 g
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 CITRUS CHICKEN
Provided by Alison Roman
Categories Chicken Citrus Low Fat Kid-Friendly Low Cal Backyard BBQ Dinner Lunch Summer Grill Grill/Barbecue Healthy Bon Appétit Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher Small Plates
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Prepare grill for medium heat. Rub one 3 1/2- to 4-pound chicken, cut into 8 pieces, with 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Grill chicken, skin side down, turning occasionally and squeezing the juice from 2 lemon halves and 2 orange halves over often, until cooked through and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of thigh registers 165°F, 25-35 minutes. Meanwhile, brush another 2 lemon halves and 2 orange halves with 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Grill, cut side down, until lightly charred, 5-10 minutes. Serve chicken with grilled lemon and orange halves alongside for squeezing 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
Tips:
- To ensure the chicken is cooked evenly and safely, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C).
- Don't overcrowd the grill. Leave enough space between the chicken pieces so that they can cook evenly and get a nice char.
- If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the chicken in a grill pan over medium heat on the stovetop.
- To make the salsa, use ripe, juicy tomatoes. Roma tomatoes are a good choice because they have fewer seeds and a more concentrated flavor.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of citrus fruits in the salsa. Oranges, grapefruits, and limes are all good choices.
- If you don't have fresh cilantro, you can use dried cilantro instead. However, fresh cilantro has a much more vibrant flavor, so if you can, use fresh.
- Serve the grilled citrus chicken with the fresh salsa, rice, and your favorite sides.
Conclusion:
This grilled citrus chicken recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy a healthy and flavorful meal. The chicken is marinated in a citrusy marinade that infuses it with flavor, and then grilled to perfection. The fresh salsa is the perfect accompaniment, adding a bright and refreshing contrast to the richness of the chicken. Serve this dish with rice and your favorite sides for a complete meal that the whole family will love.
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