Go Back

Citrus Dijon Grilled Chicken Marinade

Citrus Dijon grilled chicken delivers tangy, golden, juicy flavor from a bright orange-lemon Dijon marinade. The chicken marinates for hours, then grills hot until it reaches 165°F for tender results.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
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: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

chicken
  • 2 lb chicken (any cut)
olive oil
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
Dijon mustard
  • 0.25 cup Dijon mustard
orange juice
  • 0.25 cup orange juice
lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
garlic
  • 2 clove garlic, minced
honey
  • 1 tbsp honey
dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
salt
  • 1 Salt to taste
pepper
  • 1 pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 grill

Method
 

Make the marinade
  1. Whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, orange juice, lemon juice, garlic, honey, and dried thyme with salt and pepper until smooth and uniform.
Marinate the chicken
  1. Place chicken in a large zip-top bag and pour the marinade over the chicken so it’s evenly coated.
  2. Refrigerate the bag for 2-8 hours so the chicken absorbs the citrus-Dijon flavor.
Grill and serve
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat until hot.
  2. Grill chicken until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, with timing varying by cut, watching for golden exterior and juices to run clear.
  3. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving so the juices redistribute for a tender bite.

Notes

Pro tip: If you want extra gloss, keep the chicken lightly covered in marinade while it rests in the fridge, then drain excess before grilling to reduce flare-ups. Store grilled leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; freeze cooked chicken for up to 2 months. For a lower-sugar option, replace honey with an equal amount of a sugar-free honey substitute (check label for grill-friendly results).