grilled mexican citrus chicken

Name: Grilled Mexican Citrus Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 6 - chicken breast halves, skinless and boneless; ## MEXICAN CITRUS MARINADE; 1/4 cup(s) orange juice; 1/4 cup(s) lime juice; 1/4 cup(s) olive or vegetable oil; 2 tablespoon(s) cilantro, fresh-chopped; 2 tablespoon(s) onion, chopped; 2 teaspoon(s) chili powder; 1 teaspoon(s) ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt; 1/4 teaspoon(s) red pepper sauce

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Kathy Basik

Ft. Myers, FL

Updated on May 19, 2026

My nephew CJ and I made this moist and delicious chicken for Dinner and Dominos night. It was a big hit!

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A platter of Grilled Mexican Citrus Chicken.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

Juicy and tender, this grilled chicken has a Mexican flair. The citrus isn't a noticeable flavor but it helps to tenderize the chicken breasts. When it's grilling season, this is an easy recipe anyone can make. We served the chicken with Mexican rice for a delightful and easy meal.

— The Test Kitchen

prep time 15 Min

cook time 20 Min

method Grill

yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

6 chicken breast halves, skinless and boneless
MEXICAN CITRUS MARINADE
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup olive or vegetable oil
2 tablespoons cilantro, fresh-chopped
2 tablespoons onion, chopped
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper sauce

How To Make grilled mexican citrus chicken

Step 1

Prepare marinade in a resealable plastic bag.

Step 2

Tenderize chicken with kitchen mallet and place in marinade bag.
Step 3

Seal bag and refrigerate, turning chicken occasionally, at least 30 minutes to 3 hrs.
Step 4

Then throw them on the grill. They will only take 15 to 20 minutes to cook. Ole'!
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