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Citrus Dijon Grilled Chicken Marinade

Dijon marinade meets bright citrus in this citrus chicken—tender grilled pieces with tangy, golden, juicy results. Whisk, marinate, and grill to 165°F for reliable doneness and bold flavor.
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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: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Equipment

  • 1 grill

Method
 

Make the marinade
  1. Whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, orange juice, lemon juice, garlic, honey, dried thyme, salt, and pepper until smooth and fully combined.
  2. Transfer the chicken to a large zip-top bag and pour the marinade over it, turning to coat all sides.
Marinate
  1. Refrigerate for 2-8 hours so the citrus-Dijon flavor penetrates the chicken.
Grill and serve
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Grill the chicken until the internal temperature reaches 165°F; timing varies by cut, so check as you approach the target temperature.
  3. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to help the juices redistribute.

Notes

For the juiciest results, marinate the chicken flat in the bag so most surfaces stay in contact with the citrus-Dijon mixture. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; freeze cooked chicken for up to 3 months. For a lower-sugar option, replace honey with an equal amount of maple syrup or a sugar-free honey substitute (check labels for taste and consistency).