Orange Dijon Grilled Chicken (Printable)
Juicy chicken breasts glazed with tangy orange-Dijon marinade, grilled to perfection for a quick, flavorful meal.
# Ingredient List:
→ Chicken
01 - 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, about 1.5 lbs (680 g)
→ Marinade
02 - 1/3 cup fresh orange juice (from about 1 large orange)
03 - 2 tablespoons orange zest
04 - 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
06 - 2 tablespoons honey
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped)
09 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
10 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish
11 - Fresh orange slices
12 - Fresh parsley, chopped
# How to Make:
01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the fresh orange juice, orange zest, Dijon mustard, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, thyme, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
02 - Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated. Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours for deeper flavor penetration.
03 - Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
04 - Remove the chicken from the marinade, shaking off any excess. Discard the remaining used marinade. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear.
05 - Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh orange slices and chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
# Helpful Tips:
01 -
- The marinade doubles as a glaze, so every bite carries a sticky, tangy punch that makes people ask what your secret is.
- It comes together in fifteen minutes and tastes like you spent all afternoon on it.
02 -
- Discard the used marinade because it has raw chicken juices in it and should never be reused as a finishing sauce.
- Pounding the chicken to even thickness is the single step that separates tough, uneven results from perfectly juicy every time.
03 -
- If your honey has crystallized, warm it in the microwave for ten seconds before whisking so it blends smoothly into the marinade.
- Reserve two tablespoons of marinade before adding the chicken and brush it on during the last minute of grilling for an extra sticky finish.