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Grilled Orange Rosemary Chicken

Grilled Orange Rosemary Chicken: A Juicy Summer Delight

Try this Grilled Orange Rosemary Chicken recipe for a delicious summer meal featuring juicy chicken with a bright citrus glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts These keep moist while grilling and develop a crispy skin.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup fresh orange juice This adds a bright acidity and sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary If using dried rosemary, decrease the amount.
  • 1 large minced shallot You can swap it for onion if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar Feel free to use honey for a twist.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Essential for elevating the overall flavor profile.
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch Optional but recommended for a glossy finish.
  • 1 teaspoon red chili Optional; adds a kick.
  • 1 clove garlic Optional but deepens the flavor of your glaze.

Equipment

  • grill
  • medium saucepan
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, season with salt and pepper, and cut in half if large for even cooking.
  2. Combine orange juice, zest, rosemary, shallot, brown sugar, salt, cornstarch, and red chili in a saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
  3. Divide the glaze in two; mix garlic into one half for basting, reserve the other half as a sauce.
  4. Preheat the grill to low heat. Grill chicken, skin-side up, for 20-25 minutes until juices run clear.
  5. Flip the chicken to skin-side down on medium heat and grill for about 5 minutes, brushing with garlic glaze.
  6. Flip back to skin-side up, baste with reserved glaze, and grill for an additional 3 minutes.
  7. Check internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), let rest before serving with the reserved sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for a summer barbecue and pairs well with grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.

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