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Orange Dijon Grilled Chicken

Orange Dijon Grilled Chicken

The Crispy Chef
This Orange Dijon Grilled Chicken is the perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Juicy grilled chicken infused with fresh orange juice, Dijon mustard, and aromatic herbs makes this an easy yet impressive dish. Great for weeknight dinners or summer BBQs!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Ziplock bag or airtight container
  • Tongs
  • Small saucepan

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade:

  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice about 2 oranges
  • 2 tbsp orange zest
  • 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3-4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1 tsp thyme leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lbs)
  • 1 orange sliced into rounds
  • Extra chopped herbs for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Make the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, zest, Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
  • Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a ziplock bag or container. Pour the marinade over them, ensuring they’re well coated. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best).
  • Prepare for Grilling: Remove the chicken from the fridge 30 minutes before grilling. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F) and oil the grates.
  • Grill the Chicken: Remove chicken from the marinade (reserve the marinade). Grill for 6-7 minutes on one side without moving it. Flip and grill for another 5-7 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • Make the Sauce: While grilling, bring the reserved marinade to a boil in a small saucepan. Let it simmer for 5 minutes to thicken.
  • Finish & Serve: Grill orange slices for the last 2 minutes. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then drizzle with the reduced marinade. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve.

Notes

For extra juicy chicken, pound breasts to even thickness before marinating.
Swap honey for maple syrup for a fall-inspired twist.
Leftovers make great salads, wraps, or pasta dishes.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 38gFat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgFiber: 1g
Keyword BBQ Chicken Pizza, citrus marinade, grilled chicken, orange Dijon chicken, summer recipes
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