Grilled Chicken Dijon

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
23%
Grilled Chicken Dijon
165 min.
6
278kcal

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Looking for a delicious, healthy dish that’s sure to impress at your next gathering? Look no further than this tantalizing Grilled Chicken Dijon! Perfectly gluten-free and dairy-free, this dish is an ideal choice for those with dietary restrictions while still being packed with flavor that everyone will love.

With a mouthwatering marinade combining the tangy notes of Dijon mustard with a hint of sweetness from honey and a citrusy burst of fresh orange juice, these chicken skewers are a celebration of vibrant flavors. The marinade not only infuses the chicken with incredible taste but also keeps it juicy and tender, making every bite a delight.

The bright, zesty profile of this dish is complemented beautifully by the optional garnishing of fresh parsley and orange wedges, adding a refreshing touch to your plate. Whether you're serving it for a casual lunch or an elegant dinner, this grilled chicken recipe is sure to be the star of the show. Plus, it comes together in just a few simple steps and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a stress-free option for entertaining.

Gather your friends and family, fire up the grill, and let the irresistible aromas of Grilled Chicken Dijon fill your home, setting the stage for a memorable meal. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • leaf flat parsley chopped
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • tablespoon honey 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • 0.3 cup tangy mustard hot
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
  • servings orange wedges 
  • 0.3 cup orange juice freshly squeezed
  • 0.5 teaspoon orange zest shredded finely
  • servings salt and pepper 
  • tablespoons rosemary thyme mustard seeded ("whole grain")
  • tablespoons worcestershire 
  •  boned 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • grill
  • spatula
  • skewers
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Remove the tender (the small, easily separable strip) from underside of each chicken breast.
  2. Cut breasts into 1/2-in.-wide strips diagonally across the grain, and cut each tender in half lengthwise.
  3. Bring mustards, oil, garlic, zest, orange and lemon juices, Worcestershire, and honey to a boil in a 2-qt. saucepan over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, whisking constantly, 1 minute or until thickened slightly.
  4. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Let cool 10 minutes.
  6. Working in batches, place several chicken strips between 2 large pieces of waxed paper and gently pound with a meat mallet to flatten chicken into pieces about 1/8 in. thick. Put strips in a bowl.
  7. Pour mustard mixture over chicken and gently stir with a rubber spatula to coat. Chill, covered, at least 2 hours and up to overnight.
  8. Heat grill to high (about 50
  9. and wipe cooking grate with a thick pad of oiled paper towels. Thread chicken onto skewers so that they lie more or less flat. Grill chicken, covered if using gas, 2 minutes. Turn over and grill 2 minutes more, or until cooked through (cut to test).
  10. Serve skewers on a platter, sprinkled with parsley.
  11. Add orange wedges for squeezing.

Nutrition Facts

Calories278kcal
Protein48.41%
Fat25.76%
Carbs25.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.63
Glycemic Load
5.99
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
22.265652158986%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.26mg
Hesperetin
26.48mg
Naringenin
14.08mg
Apigenin
0.45mg
Luteolin
1.76mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.19mg
Quercetin
0.48mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:278.07kcal
13.9%
Fat:7.96g
12.25%
Saturated Fat:1.4g
8.75%
Carbohydrates:17.97g
5.99%
Net Carbohydrates:14.77g
5.37%
Sugar:13.01g
14.46%
Cholesterol:96.43mg
32.14%
Sodium:557.39mg
24.23%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:33.67g
67.34%
Vitamin B3:16.19mg
80.97%
Vitamin C:64.11mg
77.7%
Selenium:52.48µg
74.97%
Vitamin B6:1.23mg
61.41%
Phosphorus:352.04mg
35.2%
Vitamin B5:2.46mg
24.56%
Potassium:837.58mg
23.93%
Magnesium:61.5mg
15.37%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.26%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
13.21%
Fiber:3.19g
12.77%
Iron:1.82mg
10.12%
Folate:40.3µg
10.07%
Vitamin A:461.67IU
9.23%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.96%
Calcium:75.32mg
7.53%
Zinc:1.11mg
7.42%
Vitamin E:1.01mg
6.72%
Copper:0.13mg
6.56%
Vitamin K:5.39µg
5.13%
Vitamin B12:0.3µg
5.02%
Source:My Recipes