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Citrus chicken breast topped with avocado citrus salsa on a plate.
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Citrus Chicken with Avocado Salsa

This Citrus Chicken recipe is as beautiful as it is delicious. Tender chicken, zesty citrus marinade, and avocado salsa make for the perfect summertime dinner.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, Citrus Avocado Chicken
Servings: 4
Calories: 448kcal
Author: Erica Walker

Ingredients

Salsa:

  • 2 limes segmented
  • 2 oranges segmented
  • 1 medium grapefruit segmented
  • 1 Serrano Chile stemmed, seeded and minced
  • 1 green onion white part only minced
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon minced Anaheim Chile pepper

Marinade:

  • 2 tablespoons citrus zest reserved from the salsa
  • 1/2 cup citrus juice reserved from the salsa
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 Serrano Chile stemmed, seeded and minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 Firm Ripe Avocados

Instructions

Citrus Avocado Salsa:

  • Wash and dry the limes, oranges, and grapefruit. Grate their zests and set aside for use in the marinade.
    Cutting board with zested limes, grapefruit and oranges.
  • Peel and section the citrus fruit, discarding the membranes, and reserve the juice for the marinade. Cut each citrus segment into three or four pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
    Peeled and segmented grapefruit, limes and oranges with knife.
  • Add the remaining salsa ingredients to the mixing bowl. Mix and refrigerate until one hour before serving.
    Mixing bowl with chopped cilantro, olive oil, honey, avocado, oranges, grapefruit, basil, limes, Anaheim chile pepper, serrano chile and green onion.

Citrus Marinade:

  • Whisk the reserved citrus zest and juice with remaining ingredients.
    Mixing bowl with citrus chicken marinade with a whisk on the side.
  • Rinse chicken breasts under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Place in large plastic bag and pour in the marinade. Press out the air and seal tightly. Turn the bag to distribute the marinade and refrigerate for 4-8 hours, turning occasionally.
    Ziploc bag with chicken breasts and marinade.

1 Hour before serving:

  • Cut the avocados into chunks and mix with salsa, Let sit at room temperature.
    Mixing bowl with avocado citrus salsa.

15 minutes before serving:

  • Grill the chicken! Discard the marinade and grill at direct medium heat until juices run clear. (8-10 minutes)
    Grilling citrus chicken breasts on a barbecue.
  • Serve with citrus avocado salsa on top.
    Four pieces of citrus chicken on a player with oranges and limes and avocado salsa.

Notes

Storing & Reheating: Store chicken and salsa separately in airtight containers. Chicken keeps well for 3-4 days (or freeze up to 2 months), salsa 2-3 days (without avocado). Reheat chicken gently in the oven or skillet with a splash of broth or citrus juice.

Nutrition

Calories: 448kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 142mg | Potassium: 1173mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 1180IU | Vitamin C: 94mg | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 1mg