Citrus-Marinated Grilled Chicken with Jalapeño and Cilantro

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-30 · Updated 2026-06-30

How this recipe was made — this recipe was drafted by AislePrompt's AI-assisted pipeline from technique templates and USDA-sourced nutrition data, and published by AislePrompt Editorial — see how AislePrompt recipes are developed and reviewed.

Juicy grilled chicken marinated in a zesty blend of orange, lime, jalapeño, and cilantro perfect for summer evenings. This Mexican-inspired summer cookout recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, fresh orange juice, fresh lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 280 cal/serving

Build a week of meals around this recipe → Shop this recipe on Instacart → Shop equipment ↓

Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1, seeded and finely chopped jalapeño pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

Know when the chicken is done: thermometers under $100 → Best Instant-Read Thermometers for 2026: Fast, Accurate Picks Under $100

Affiliate disclosure: AislePrompt may earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through Amazon links, at no additional cost to you. See our policy →

Equipment for this recipe

Tools this recipe's steps call for, with a link to each on Amazon.

More Cookware & pots → Shop all kitchen tools →

Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 1 finely chopped jalapeño (seeded), 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
Step 2: Place 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 3 hours.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and edges have nice grill marks. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.