Chicken BBQ Spicy Grilled Citrus Chicken Recipe

Name: Chicken BBQ Spicy Grilled Citrus Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) can tomato puree; 1 teaspoon canola oil; 3 tablespoons honey; 1 teaspoon orange peel, minced; 1 teaspoon lemon peel, minced; 1 teaspoon lime peel, minced; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced; ½ teaspoon dried thyme, crushed; ¾ teaspoon cayenne pepper; ground black pepper; 6 skinless chicken breast halves, on the bone; frozen orange juice concentrate, defrosted

Servings: persons

1 (6 ounce) can tomato puree
1 teaspoon canola oil
3 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon orange peel, minced
1 teaspoon lemon peel, minced
1 teaspoon lime peel, minced
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
½ teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
¾ teaspoon cayenne pepper
ground black pepper
6 skinless chicken breast halves, on the bone
frozen orange juice concentrate, defrosted

1
Combine all ingredients except chicken.
2
Place chicken in a glass dish.
3
Reserve 1/3 cup marinade and refrigerate.
4
Pour the remaining marinade over chicken, cover and marinate at least 12 hours or overnight.
5
Turn the chicken occasionally.
6
To finish the chicken: Prepare the grill.
7
Remove the chicken from the marinade.
8
Place chicken on oiled grill.
9
Grill over medium-hot coals until lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
10
Turn and brush with reserved marinade.
11
Continue cooking 15 minutes longer.
12
Last brushing with marinade should be 8 to 10 minutes before meat is done.
13
Heat remaining marinade in a small pan on stove to a boil, and serve as a dipping sauce for chicken.
14
This can also be baked rather than grilled.

418

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (6 ounce) can tomato puree, 1 teaspoon canola oil, 3 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon orange peel, minced, and more.

Yes, Chicken BBQ Spicy Grilled Citrus Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken BBQ Spicy Grilled Citrus Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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