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Spicy Honey Citrus Chicken in a white bowl on top of a salad with a blue background

Spicy Honey Citrus Chicken

Spicy Honey Citrus Chicken is the perfect healthy grilling recipe! Made with simple ingredients and full of flavor, this easy chicken marinade is delicious! Gluten free and paleo - this chicken dish is a must try!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Marinating Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 298kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breasts

Instructions

  • Whisk together marinade
  • Pour marinade into a ziploc bag or container.
  • Add chicken to marinade and allow it to marinade for at least 30 minutes. (No more than 2 hours is best!)
  • When ready to cook, heat grill on high and cook on each side for 7-9 minutes or until chicken is cooked thoroughly (internal temp should be 165)

Nutrition

Serving: 6oz chicken | Calories: 298kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 348mg | Potassium: 646mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 142IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg
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