Big, bold flavor for a chicken dish that’s anything but boring.
For an easy grilled main, use boneless skinless chicken breast to allow the flavors to soak in quickly.
How To Make Key West Chicken
Don’t skimp on the marinade time.
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That’s what makes this grilled chicken recipe different from any other you’ve ever had.
When the chicken is cooked, remove it from the grill, and place it on a platter.
Give it one final baste with any remaining sauce.
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Sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve with lime wedges or orange wedges.
How Long Do You Marinate Key West Chicken?
This recipe recommends marinating the chicken for 30 minutes to an hour.
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But don’t fret if you haven’t given yourself enough time.
With even 10 minutes, this marinade can permeate the meat and provide additional flavor.
Can you leave chicken in marinade for too long?
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How Long Do You Cook Key West Chicken?
There isno need to wash meatbefore marinating or cooking it.
Ingredients
1/4cup lower-sodium tamari
3Tbsp.
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grated orange zest plus 1/4 cup fresh juice (from 2 oranges), plus wedges for serving
1Tbsp.
grated lime zest plus 2 Tbsp.
fresh juice (from 3 limes), plus wedges for serving
1Tbsp.
fine sea salt
1/2tsp.
black pepper
1large (1 1/2 oz.)
shallot, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
2medium garlic cloves, minced (2 tsp.)
4(8-oz.)
boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded 1/2-in.
Marinate chicken:
Add chicken, and toss to coat.
Cover and chill until flavors meld, at least 30 minutes or up to 1 hour.
Preheat grill:
Preheat grill to medium-high (400F to 450F).
Cook marinade:
While grill preheats, remove chicken from marinade, and set chicken aside.
Place marinade (about 3/4 cup) in a small saucepan; bring to a simmer over medium-high.
Simmer, stirring occasionally, until reduced to 1/2 cup, 3 to 4 minutes.
Transfer to a large plate; garnish with parsley, and serve with orange wedges and lime wedges.
