Description

Key West Chicken Marinade is a zesty tropical marinade bursting with fresh lime and orange juices, garlic, and herbs. It infuses chicken with bright, juicy flavors perfect for grilling or baking. This easy-to-make marinade tenderizes and flavors chicken breasts, thighs, or shrimp, bringing the vibrant taste of Key West to your meals.

Ingredients

½ cup fresh lime juice
¼ cup fresh orange juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, garlic, honey, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper until well blended.
Add Cilantro: Stir in chopped fresh cilantro.
Marinate Chicken: Place chicken pieces in a large resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated. Seal or cover.
Refrigerate: Marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour, preferably 4 hours, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
Cook Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade and discard marinade. Grill, bake, or pan-sear chicken until fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C).
Serve: Let chicken rest a few minutes before serving to retain juices.

Notes

Add cayenne pepper or jalapeños for a spicy kick.Swap cilantro for parsley or basil for a different herbal note.Adjust honey or use agave nectar to change sweetness.Add lime and orange zest for extra citrus aroma.This marinade works well for tofu or vegetables as a vegan option.