Grilled Citrus-Marinated California Chicken Breast

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-25 · Updated 2026-04-25

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Tender chicken breasts marinated in a vibrant citrus and herb blend, grilled to juicy perfection with a slight char. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, fresh orange juice, fresh lemon 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: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves minced garlic
2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary
2 tsp chopped fresh thyme
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 cloves minced garlic, 2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary, 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until well combined.
Step 2: Place 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) in a large resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 6 hours to infuse the citrus-herb flavors.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and discard marinade. Grill chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side, turning once, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and edges have grill marks.
Step 4: Transfer grilled chicken to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.