Triple Citrus Chicken Breasts
Transform your weeknight dinner with this vibrant and tangy Triple Citrus Chicken Breasts recipe! Juicy chicken is marinated in a zesty trio of freshly squeezed orange, lemon, and lime juices, enhanced by their aromatic zests for a burst of bright citrus flavor. A touch of honey, minced garlic, and warming spices like cumin and paprika elevate the dish with a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Oven-baked to tender perfection and basted with its flavorful marinade, this dish remains irresistibly moist while a quick broil adds a golden finish. Garnished with fresh cilantro and optional orange slices, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ideal for serving alongside roasted veggies, rice, or a crisp summer salad, this meal is a showstopper that’s deceptively simple to prepare! Perfect for citrus lovers and healthy, flavor-packed meal enthusiasts alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 0.25 cup lemon juice
- 0.25 cup lime juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 4 pieces orange slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together orange juice, lemon juice, lime juice, orange zest, lemon zest, lime zest, olive oil, minced garlic, honey, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow baking dish and pour the marinade over them. Make sure the chicken is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess drip off, and transfer the chicken to a baking dish. Reserve the marinade.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). While baking, baste the chicken with the reserved marinade every 10 minutes to keep it moist and flavorful.
For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes at the end of the baking time, watching carefully to avoid burning.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and optional orange slices for presentation. Serve warm with your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1762 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.6 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.5 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 2879 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.4 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.8 g | ||
| Protein | 217.9 g | 436% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 194 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 761 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
