Citrus-Marinated Grilled Chicken with Mint Yogurt Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-29 · Updated 2026-04-29

Tender grilled chicken breasts marinated in a zesty citrus blend, served with a cooling mint and yogurt sauce perfect for hot summer evenings. This Mediterranean-inspired summer cookout recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, orange juice, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Ingredients

• 4 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup, finely chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1 tsp honey

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Whisk to create the marinade.
2. Step 2: Place 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up to 4 hours.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix 1 cup plain Greek yogurt with 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves and 1 tsp honey. Cover and refrigerate the mint yogurt sauce until ready to serve.
4. Step 4: Preheat a grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
5. Step 5: Transfer grilled chicken to a serving plate and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve with a generous dollop of mint yogurt sauce for a bright and cooling complement.