Citrus Grilled Chicken Marinade Recipe

This Citrus Grilled Chicken Marinade recipe makes a juicy, flavorful dinner that tastes like the golden hour on a warm summer evening. Fresh orange juice, garlic, tarragon, and a touch of Dijon mustard come together for such a simple blend of summer flavor!

Marinade for Chicken that Actually Works!

Have you ever felt like a marinade looks and smells amazing but totally disappears once you cook the meat?

This easy healthy citrus grilled chicken recipe marinade is your answer to bold flavor with minimal fuss. It’s juicy, tender, and just looks fancy enough to make a weeknight feel special, even though you barely lifted a finger.

Healthy BBQ Dish that ISN’T a Burger

This is our go-to recipe for summer cookouts when burgers feel a little too expected. The bright citrus, fresh tarragon, and smoky char make this marinated chicken a total crowd-pleaser. With just 10 minutes of prep time and totally make-ahead friendly, it’s your weeknight dinner hero.

This chicken marinade is great served with 5 Minute Grilled Peach Caprese Salad, Lemon Orzo, or Strawberry Cucumber Salad!

Ingredients for Citrus Grilled Chicken Marinade

This easy marinade keeps things simple, using citrus, herbs, and garlic to add fresh, vibrant flavor to any cut of chicken. Low in calories, low in sodium, and lean protein, it’s a great option if you’re trying to eat lighter or stick to a healthy routine!

• Chicken Breasts: High protein and easy to buy. Chicken thighs work too!
• Dijon Mustard: Adds zip and helps the marinade stick.
• Orange Juice: Try lemon juice or lime for an even tangier twist.
• Orange Zest: Boosts citrus flavor and adds freshness.
• Olive Oil: Keeps the chicken moist and helps the marinade work its way in.
• Fresh Tarragon: A soft, slightly sweet herb with a hint of anise – perfect with citrus. (Swap with fresh thyme or basil if needed.)
• Sugar: Balances the acidity.
• Garlic Cloves: For that essential savory punch.
• Salt: Enhances flavor and keeps the chicken juicy.

How to Make Citrus Grilled Chicken 

This easy marinade delivers juicy, flavorful grilled chi

Indulgent, rich caramel ice cream studded with buttery bits of crunchy, chocolate covered toffee make this Heath Bar ice cream an ice cream to remember.

Heath Bar Ice Cream

When making this ice cream, I like to use miniature Heath bars. There’s a little bit more chocolate coating this way, providing a more chocolate and toffee flavor in every bite. You’ll need at least a dozen of the mini bars, though you can certainly use more or less if you’d like. If you want to tip the balance in favor of the toffee over the chocolate, you can use full-size bars.

If you prefer to slice the bars into pieces, you’ll want them to be room temperature for easier cutting. However, if you would simply like to crush and crumble them? The candy will break more easily when frozen first. Pop the bars in the freezer for at least 30 minutes before breaking them for best results.

The most popular question I get is whether it’s possible to make ice cream without a machine. The answer is YES. You can make ice cream without a machine. Find the full directions here!

This Heath ice cream is a good reason on its own for me to go buy a bunch of Heath bars. But if you have a stash of Heath bars to use up, we’ve got you covered.

Heath Bar Cookies start with a chocolate chip cookie dough base, but in addition to those melting semi-sweet morsels, these rich buttery cookies contain the toffee-tastic magic of Heath bars.

Buttery crunchy toffee and candy bar pieces are layered with cool whip atop a dessert so deliriously rich, this Heath Bar Cake should carry a warning label.

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Tender pasta and the “holy trinity” of bell peppers, celery, and onion, along with a creamy Cajun dressing, make this Cajun Pasta Salad irresistible. Pair this flavorful pasta salad with just about any meat off the grill for a memorable summer meal.

Cajun Pasta Salad

While this salad pairs nicely with ​grilled chicken​, ​burgers​, or ​hot dogs​ for summer barbecues, it’s also great with ​chicken​, ​shrimp​, ​steak​, or ​salmon​ cooked in the air fryer for casual weeknight meals.

Last time I made this, my boys positively devoured it. The recipe is a fun twist on classic pasta salads. With an abundance of spicy flavors, nobody can accuse this pasta salad of being boring!

Cajun Flavor

Cajun flavors are characterized by a spicy, earthy seasoning blend that packs a little punch courtesy of ingredients like garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and a variety of herbs like thyme, marjoram, and oregano. The other mainstay in Cajun cuisine is the aforementioned “holy trinity”; celery, onions, and bell peppers.

You can certainly buy good Cajun seasoning at most grocery stores in North America. However, I’m a sucker for a good homemade seasoning blend, and this Homemade Cajun Seasoning recipe is my favorite.

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Grilled Peach Caprese Salad Recipe

This Grilled Peach Caprese Salad might just be the most irresistible twist on caprese yet. Sweet grilled peaches, cool slices of mozzarella, ripe summer tomatoes, and creamy avocado all finished with a rich balsamic drizzle – it’s fresh, colorful, and packed with flavor in every bite.

Why We Love This Salad

This salad is a go-to around here because it’s simple, stunning, and packed with layers of flavor – sweet grilled fruit, creamy mozzarella, and that tangy balsamic glaze. We served it at a church BBQ and the entire platter disappeared faster than anything else on the table. It’s one of those dishes that looks fancy, tastes even better, and takes almost no effort to pull off.

What to Serve It With

My grilled peach salad makes an easy, elegant pairing for just about any summer meal. We especially love it with BBQ dishes, grilled meats, or anything rich and savory. Try it with our juicy Flank Steak, herby Easy 3 Ingredient Chicken Marinade, or a side of our Secret Best Grilled Corn for the ultimate warm-weather dinner.

Ingredients for Grilled Peach Avocado Caprese Salad

This salad is fresh, simple, and full of texture – no fancy ingredients, just a few summery staples that shine on their own.

• Lemons: Grilled for a sweet, smoky citrus flavor.
• Peach: Ripe and thickly sliced so it caramelizes on the grill.
• Olive Oil: Helps with grilling and adds richness.
• Tomatoes: Juicy and vibrant – summer tomatoes work best.
• Avocado: Sliced just before serving for creamy texture.
• Sea Salt or Sea Salt Flakes: A good finishing salt makes all the difference.
• Fresh Ground Black Pepper: Adds balance and warmth.
• Fresh Mozzarella: Soft and milky – mozzarella pearls or burrata work too.
• Arugula or Arugula Mix: Adds peppery crunch and stretches the salad for a crowd.
• Balsamic Vinegar: Reduced to a sweet, glossy drizzle.