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(702) 877-4237

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Store Hours:
Monday - Saturday 10AM to 7PM
Sunday 11AM to 5PM

Orange Basil Grilled Chicken

orange basil grilled chicken
Orange Basil Grilled Chicken

Orange Basil Grilled Chicken

Orange Basil Grilled Chicken is easy to make and has a nice orange flavor thanks to the marinade which uses both orange juice and orange zest. Marinating the chicken allows the flavors to develop in the chicken. Slicing the 2 chicken breasts into 8 cutlets lets them grill faster, and not dry out, while remaining tender.

We made this recipe to be grilled outdoors, but if weather doesn’t permit, you can grill or broil the chicken indoors. Either way, the orange basil flavor comes through nicely. Serve it with a couple seasonal vegetables and your dinner menu is all set.

Serves: 4

Ingredients:
Juice from 1 Freshly Squeezed Medium to Large Orange
Grated Zest from 1 Orange
½ Cup Olive Oil
2 Tablespoons Champagne Vinegar (White Wine Vinegar works if you don’t have Champagne Vinegar)
1 Tablespoon Dried Basil
2 Cloves Garlic, Minced
½ Teaspoon Sea Salt
¼ Teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
2 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, (about 1½ Pounds) Cut In Half, Then sliced in half to make 2 cutlets from each half, 8 total pieces. Pound a bit flatter if still too thick.

Directions:
In medium mixing bowl, combine the orange juice, orange zest, oil, vinegar, basil, garlic, salt and pepper. Whisk well to combine. Place chicken pieces in the mixing bowl with the orange mixture. Toss lightly to coat evenly. Cover the bowl, and place in the refrigerator for 1 to 4 hours, or overnight if you have the time. Turn over several times while marinating.

When ready to cook, set your grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken 3 to 4 minutes on each side, and cooked thoroughly and internal temperature reaches at least 165ºF. They should have medium char marks and golden brown on both sides. Remove from grill and serve immediately. Don’t overcook or they will dry out.

Serve with your favorite seasonal side dishes, like asparagus, or broccoli. Enjoy!