Grilled Citrus-Marinated Chicken with Florida Herbs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-18 · Updated 2026-06-18

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Juicy grilled chicken marinated in a tangy citrus and herb blend inspired by the flavors of Northeast Florida’s regional cuisine. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, orange juice, 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: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

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

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
Step 2: Place 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) in a large resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and discard marinade.
Step 4: Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, turning once, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
Step 5: Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving with fresh herbs.