Grilled Citrus-Marinated Chicken with Blueberry BBQ Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-29 · Updated 2026-07-29

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Juicy grilled chicken breasts marinated in a tangy citrus blend, served with a sweet and smoky blueberry BBQ sauce that adds a patriotic twist. This American-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 90 minutes, pairs 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.

Prep: 70 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) chicken breasts
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves minced garlic
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp chipotle powder
1/4 cup water
1 tbsp honey

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 4 chicken breasts and marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Step 2: While the chicken marinates, prepare the blueberry BBQ sauce by placing 1 cup blueberries, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp chipotle powder, 1/4 cup water, and 1 tbsp honey in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the blueberries break down and the sauce thickens to a syrupy consistency.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken breasts from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and the edges are charred.
Step 4: Serve the grilled chicken topped with warm blueberry BBQ sauce for a colorful, flavorful dish.