Serves 4
50 min
Grilled Citrus Chicken
Recipe GLPR75cfb74bd51bc8
Succulent grilled chicken pieces infused with bright lemon and orange juices, served alongside caramelized citrus halves. The chicken is seasoned simply with salt and pepper, allowing the smoky grill flavors to blend with fresh citrus brightness. A naturally dairy-free, gluten-free dish that's perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.
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Ingredients
1 whole chicken (3½–4 pounds), cut into 8 pieces
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
Kosher salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 lemons, halved
2 oranges, halved
Directions
Heat a grill to medium temperature. Pat the chicken pieces dry and lightly brush all sides with 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil. Season generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Place the chicken skin-side down on the grill. Cook for 12–15 minutes without moving, allowing the skin to develop a golden, crispy exterior.
Turn the chicken pieces over and continue grilling. As the chicken cooks, squeeze the juice from 2 lemon halves and 2 orange halves over the meat, repeating every few minutes to baste and infuse flavor.
Continue grilling until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a thigh (without touching bone) reads 165°F, about 12–20 minutes longer. Total cooking time is 25–35 minutes.
Meanwhile, brush the remaining 2 lemon halves and 2 orange halves with the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil, cut-side up.
Place the citrus halves cut-side down on the grill. Cook until the cut surface is lightly charred and caramelized, 5–10 minutes. Do not flip.
Transfer the grilled chicken and citrus to a serving platter. Serve the grilled lemon and orange halves alongside the chicken for squeezing fresh juice over each bite.
