Grilled Citrus Chicken Under a Brick

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
11%
Grilled Citrus Chicken Under a Brick
45 min.
4
544kcal

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Imagine savoring the bright, zesty flavors of citrus paired perfectly with juicy, tender chicken. Our Grilled Citrus Chicken Under a Brick is a delightful dish that will elevate any meal, whether it’s a casual lunch or a special dinner gathering with friends and family. This vibrant recipe features a delicious marinade made with fresh lemon, lime, and orange juices, complemented by fragrant herbs like rosemary and oregano. The result is succulent chicken infused with a refreshing citrus punch, making it a standout choice on your dinner table.

Not only is this dish gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences, but it is also straightforward to prepare, taking just about 45 minutes from start to finish. With a heavenly aroma wafting from the grill, your taste buds will be teased long before the first bite. The innovative technique of cooking chicken under a brick ensures that your chicken cooks evenly and achieves that perfectly crispy skin we all crave.

And let’s not forget the presentation! The bright orange slices tucked between the skin and meat not only enhance the flavor but also add a beautiful contrast to the browned, crispy chicken. Serve the grilled chicken with charred orange wedges for an interactive dining experience—squeeze the juice over the chicken to intensify the citrus burst. This Grilled Citrus Chicken Under a Brick is not just a meal; it’s a feast for all senses!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon pepper black
  • teaspoons rosemary leaves fresh finely chopped
  •  garlic clove chopped
  • teaspoon paprika sweet
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • cup orange juice fresh
  • tablespoon oregano fresh finely chopped
  • teaspoons salt divided
  • 3.8 pounds chicken whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • grill
  • aluminum foil
  • spatula
  • tongs
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Whisk juices, olive oil, oregano, 1 teaspoonsalt, rosemary, and garlic in glass baking dish.
  2. Add chicken to marinade. Turn to coat; chill 2 hours, turning occasionally. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.
  3. Mix remaining 2 teaspoons salt, paprika, and pepper in small bowl.
  4. Spray grill rack with nonstick spray. Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Slice 1/2 orange into 1/4- to 1/8-inch-thick slices.
  5. Removechicken from marinade; pat dry. Loosen skin from chicken breast and slide 1 to 2 orangeslices between skin and breast. Loosen skin from thighs and slide 1 to 2 orange slicesbetween skin and thighs. Rub paprika mixture over both sides of chicken.
  6. Place chicken,skin side down, on grill.
  7. Place foil-wrapped bricks or cast-iron skillet atop chicken (if using bricks, position 1 brick over top half of chicken and 1 brick over bottom half). Cover and grill until skin is crispy and brown, about 15 minutes.
  8. Remove bricks or skillet. Using tongs or 2 large spatulas, turn chicken. Replace bricks or skillet and cook, covered, until chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes longer.
  9. Let chicken rest 10 minutes.
  10. Meanwhile, place whole orange on grill and cook until slightly charred, turning often, about 1 minute.
  11. Cut into wedges and serve alongside for squeezing over chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Calories544kcal
Protein28.68%
Fat63.26%
Carbs8.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.5
Glycemic Load
3.45
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
19.603043525115%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.29mg
Hesperetin
11.42mg
Naringenin
1.63mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.33mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:544.19kcal
27.21%
Fat:38.06g
58.55%
Saturated Fat:9.83g
61.41%
Carbohydrates:10.91g
3.64%
Net Carbohydrates:9.8g
3.56%
Sugar:6.05g
6.72%
Cholesterol:153.09mg
51.03%
Sodium:1889.2mg
82.14%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.82g
77.64%
Vitamin B3:14.29mg
71.46%
Vitamin C:46.5mg
56.36%
Selenium:29.71µg
42.45%
Vitamin B6:0.79mg
39.43%
Phosphorus:320.03mg
32%
Vitamin B5:2.06mg
20.56%
Zinc:2.8mg
18.69%
Potassium:586.65mg
16.76%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.67%
Vitamin K:16.46µg
15.68%
Iron:2.68mg
14.87%
Vitamin E:2.09mg
13.95%
Magnesium:55.57mg
13.89%
Vitamin A:692.56IU
13.85%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.86%
Vitamin B12:0.63µg
10.55%
Manganese:0.2mg
10.23%
Folate:39.28µg
9.82%
Copper:0.16mg
7.75%
Calcium:59mg
5.9%
Fiber:1.11g
4.42%
Vitamin D:0.41µg
2.72%
Source:Epicurious