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Citrus Dijon Grilled Chicken Marinade

Citrus Dijon grilled chicken marinade with a bright citrus-and-Dijon tang that keeps chicken juicy on the grill. Marinate, grill to 165°F, then rest briefly for clean, tender slices.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
marinating 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: French-American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Citrus Dijon Marinade
  • 2 lb chicken Any cut; adjust cook time by thickness.
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 0.25 cup Dijon mustard
  • 0.25 cup orange juice
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 0.5 salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 grill

Method
 

Make the marinade
  1. Whisk olive oil, Dijon mustard, orange juice, lemon juice, garlic, honey, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth and evenly combined.
  2. Place chicken in a large zip-top bag and pour the marinade over it so the surface is coated.
  3. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2-8 hours so the chicken absorbs the citrus-Dijon flavor.
Grill and finish
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F to 450°F) and clean the grates if needed.
  2. Grill the chicken until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, timing varies by cut and thickness, aiming for golden grill marks.
  3. Transfer the chicken to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before serving for juicier results.

Notes

For the most even grilling, use similar thickness pieces or let thicker cuts sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before grilling. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days; freeze cooked chicken up to 2 months for best quality. To make it lower-sugar, swap the honey for an equal amount of sugar-free honey or omit it and add an extra pinch of thyme and a squeeze of extra orange juice for balance.