Harlingen Citrus-Glazed Grilled Chicken Breast

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-22 · Updated 2026-05-22

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Juicy grilled chicken breasts brushed with a bright and tangy citrus glaze inspired by the Texas Rio Grande Valley flavors. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 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: 10 min Cook: 20 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 lime juice
3 tbsp honey
3, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 3 tbsp honey, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Simmer for 8-10 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly and becomes syrupy. Remove from heat and let cool.
Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts and toss to coat evenly.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes per side, brushing generously with the cooled citrus glaze during the last 3 minutes of grilling to build a sticky, tangy coating.
Step 4: Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro before serving alongside rice or salad.