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Citrus Dijon Grilled Chicken Marinade

Citrus Dijon grilled chicken marinade delivers bright citrus-Dijon flavor that keeps chicken golden and juicy on the grill. This easy marinade combines olive oil, Dijon mustard, orange and lemon juice, garlic, honey, and thyme for tangy, well-seasoned results.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
marinating 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: French-American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken marinade
  • 2 lb chicken any cut
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 0.25 cup Dijon mustard
  • 0.25 cup orange juice
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 salt to taste
  • 1 black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 grill

Method
 

Make the marinade
  1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, orange juice, lemon juice, garlic, honey, dried thyme, salt, and pepper until smooth and fully combined.
  2. Place the chicken in a large zip-top bag and pour the marinade over the chicken, squeezing out excess air so the chicken is coated.
Marinate
  1. Refrigerate the bag for 2-8 hours so the flavors penetrate the chicken.
Grill and finish
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Grill the chicken until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, timing varies by cut and thickness.
  3. Transfer to a plate and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving so juices redistribute.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate on the longer end (closer to 8 hours) and keep the chicken fully submerged in the liquid by massaging the bag every few hours. Refrigerate cooked leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days; freeze up to 2 months. Dietary swap: use maple syrup instead of honey for a similar sweetness while keeping the citrus-Dijon tang.