Mexican Citrus Chicken Recipes

GRILLED MEXICAN CITRUS CHICKEN

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.

Provided by Kathy Basik

Categories Marinades

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Grilled Mexican Citrus Chicken image

Steps:

1. Prepare marinade in a resealable plastic bag.
2. Tenderize chicken with kitchen mallet and place in marinade bag.
3. Seal bag and refrigerate, turning chicken occasionally, at least 30 minutes to 3 hrs.
4. Then throw them on the grill. They will only take 15 to 20 minutes to cook. Ole'!

Ingredients

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

GRILLED MEXICAN CITRUS CHICKEN

A zesty citrus marinade keeps the chicken moist and tender while grilling.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 4h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

Grilled Mexican Citrus Chicken image

Steps:

In large shallow glass dish or 2-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix all ingredients except chicken. Add chicken; turn to coat with marinade. Cover dish or seal bag and refrigerate, turning chicken occasionally, at least 3 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
Heat gas or charcoal grill. Remove chicken from marinade; reserve marinade. Place chicken, skin sides up, on grill. Cover grill; cook over medium heat 15 to 20 minutes.
Turn chicken. Cover grill; cook 20 to 40 minutes longer, turning and brushing 2 to 3 times with marinade, until juice of chicken is clear when thickest piece is cut to bone (170°F for breasts; 180°F for thighs and legs). Discard any remaining marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 420 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

Ingredients

1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup lime juice
1/2 cup olive or vegetable oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped onion
4 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper sauce
2 cut-up whole chickens (3 to 3 1/2 lb each)

CITRUS-MARINATED CHICKEN

This juicy, zesty chicken stars in many of my family's summer meals. While there are a million ways to dress up poultry, you'll find yourself turning to this recipe again and again. It's that quick and easy! -Deborah Gretzinger, Green Bay, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Citrus-Marinated Chicken image

Steps:

Combine the first eight ingredients in a large resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours., Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 161mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Ingredients

1/2 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup orange juice
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)