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Name: Grilled Citrus-Marinated Chicken Breast with Summer Tomato Salad
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1 large orange, zested and juiced; 1 lemon, zested and juiced; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tsp honey; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 2 large ripe tomatoes, sliced; 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves

Grilled Citrus-Marinated Chicken Breast with Summer Tomato Salad

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This summery grilled chicken breast bursts with bright citrus flavor, making it perfect for hot Arizona evenings. The marinade draws inspiration from the principles of balancing salt, fat, acid, and heat—citrus juices add tang, olive oil gives richness, and a touch of honey rounds it out. Paired with a juicy tomato salad and fresh basil, this dish is as refreshing as it is satisfying, with beautiful color and texture contrasts. It's a light, healthy meal that comes together quickly and tastes like summer on a plate.

Ingredients

Instructions

In a bowl, whisk together orange juice and zest, lemon juice and zest, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour over the marinade. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes, up to 2 hours.
While chicken marinates, slice tomatoes and red onion. Toss with a pinch of salt and half the basil leaves. Set aside.
Preheat grill (or grill pan) to medium-high. Remove chicken from marinade, pat dry, and grill 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through and juices run clear. Let rest 5 minutes.
Slice chicken breasts and serve atop the tomato salad. Garnish with remaining basil leaves.