Citrus Dijon Grilled Chicken (Print Version)

Juicy chicken breasts in a zesty citrus-dijon marinade, grilled to perfection for a quick, flavorful weeknight meal.

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

→ Marinade

02 - ½ cup olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
04 - juice of 1 lime
05 - juice of 1 lemon
06 - juice of 2 oranges
07 - 1 teaspoon salt
08 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or Herbs de Provence
10 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, finely chopped or ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
11 - 1 teaspoon fresh oregano, finely chopped or ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
12 - ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Combine olive oil, dijon mustard, lime juice, lemon juice, orange juice, salt, garlic powder, Italian seasoning or Herbs de Provence, chopped thyme, chopped oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes. Whisk vigorously or shake in a jar to combine.
02 - Reserve ¼ cup of the marinade. Place the chicken breasts in a bowl or large zip-close bag. Add the marinade (excluding the reserved portion) to the chicken and toss to coat well. Chill for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
03 - Preheat the grill to medium heat and oil the grates. Use tongs to place the chicken on the grill. Cook for 5-7 minutes on one side. Turn the chicken and brush half of the reserved marinade on the tops.
04 - Cook for another 5-7 minutes, then turn and brush the remaining reserved marinade on the tops. Cook for an additional 2-4 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.
05 - Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs and lemon, lime, and/or orange wedges for squeezing.

# Additional Notes:

01 - You can marinate the chicken for as little as 30 minutes, but at least 1 hour is recommended for best results. Marinate up to 12 hours for maximum flavor.
02 - Substitute citrus varieties if needed. All lemon or all lime works well.
03 - For extra flavor, double the garlic powder and crushed red pepper flakes.
04 - Herbs de Provence can be used in place of Italian seasoning for a different flavor profile.

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