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Delicious Key West grilled chicken served with vibrant vegetables

Key West Grilled Chicken

Bring tropical flavors to your dinner table with this easy and delicious Key West Grilled Chicken recipe, featuring a vibrant marinade of lime, orange, and pineapple.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup pineapple juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Garnish
  • to taste fresh cilantro for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the lime juice, orange juice, pineapple juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika to create the marinade.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
Cooking
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  3. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  4. Remove from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
  5. Serve garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

Timing is key—don’t rush the marinating process for maximum flavor. Add cayenne pepper for a spicy kick, and use fresh herbs for enhanced flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.