Grilled Mexican Citrus Chicken

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
7%
Grilled Mexican Citrus Chicken
255 min.
8
1355kcal

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Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with our Grilled Mexican Citrus Chicken, a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Mexican cuisine right to your backyard! Perfect for gatherings, this recipe serves up to 8 people, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or summer barbecues with friends.

Imagine succulent pieces of chicken marinated in a zesty blend of lime and orange juice, infused with aromatic spices like chili powder and cumin. The marinade not only tenderizes the chicken but also imparts a refreshing citrusy kick that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Plus, the addition of fresh cilantro and a hint of red pepper sauce adds a delightful depth of flavor that perfectly balances the dish.

This Grilled Mexican Citrus Chicken is not just delicious; it’s also versatile. Whether you’re serving it as a main course for lunch or dinner, it pairs beautifully with a variety of sides, from grilled vegetables to a fresh salad. And for those with dietary preferences, this recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and can easily be adapted for vegetarian and vegan diets by substituting the chicken with your favorite plant-based protein.

With a total preparation time of just over four hours, including marinating, this dish is well worth the wait. So fire up the grill and get ready to impress your guests with a meal that’s bursting with flavor and sunshine!

Ingredients

  • lb irish oats whole
  • teaspoons chili powder 
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • teaspoons ground cumin 
  • 0.5 cup juice of lime 
  • 0.3 cup onion chopped
  • 0.5 cup orange juice 
  • 0.5 teaspoon hot sauce red
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • grill
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. In large shallow glass dish or 2-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix all ingredients except chicken.
  2. 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.
  3. Heat gas or charcoal grill.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade; reserve marinade.
  5. Place chicken, skin sides up, on grill. Cover grill; cook over medium heat 15 to 20 minutes.
  6. 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 (170F for breasts; 180F for thighs and legs). Discard any remaining marinade.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1355kcal
Protein15.96%
Fat17.56%
Carbs66.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.63
Glycemic Load
107.59
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
11.049565254346%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.36mg
Hesperetin
3.21mg
Naringenin
0.39mg
Isorhamnetin
0.25mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.4mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1354.83kcal
67.74%
Fat:26.84g
41.3%
Saturated Fat:3.86g
24.11%
Carbohydrates:228.62g
76.21%
Net Carbohydrates:190.61g
69.31%
Sugar:1.86g
2.07%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:315.42mg
13.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:54.89g
109.79%
Fiber:38.01g
152.05%
Iron:14.66mg
81.43%
Calcium:183.56mg
18.36%
Vitamin C:13.02mg
15.79%
Vitamin A:375.66IU
7.51%
Vitamin K:7.78µg
7.41%
Vitamin E:0.67mg
4.49%
Potassium:87.46mg
2.5%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.4%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.11%
Folate:7.77µg
1.94%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.74%
Magnesium:6.89mg
1.72%
Copper:0.03mg
1.43%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.2%
Phosphorus:11.97mg
1.2%
Vitamin B3:0.23mg
1.17%