Tropical Grilled Chicken Breast
Tropical Grilled Chicken Breast features tender, juicy cutlets soaked in a citrusy blend of orange and lime with a touch of honey and gentle heat from red pepper flakes. Grilled to a slight char and finished with fresh cilantro, it balances sweet, tangy, and spicy notes. Ideal for a sunny weeknight dinner or backyard cookout.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook12 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Tropical Grilled Chicken Breast, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 28 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 6 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 65
- Heart Health
- 50
- Metabolic
- 12
- Digestive
- 33
- Inflammatory
- 55
- Performance
- 38
- General Wellness
- 1
In a bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, honey, and red pepper flakes, then pour the mixture into a resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken, turn to coat with the marinade, press out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- 2
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
- 3
Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off any excess. Discard the remaining marinade. Place the chicken on the grill and cook the chicken breasts until they are no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 6 to 8 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Top with cilantro and serve.
- Calories 65.61 kcal Low Source 3%
- Protein 7.02 g Moderate 14%
- Carbohydrate 8.69 g 3%
- Total Fat 0.64 g Low Source 1%
- Saturated Fat 0.14 g Low Source 1%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 18.17 mg Moderate 6%
- Sodium 17.31 mg Low Source 1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.28 g Low Source 1%
- Total Sugars 6.97 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 7.02 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 0.31 mg Low Source 2%
- Potassium 72.15 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 18.79 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 18.12 mg Good Source 20%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
About This Recipe
Tropical Grilled Chicken Breast is made with 6 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 17 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Chicken Breast, Fresh Cilantro, Honey, and Lime. Each serving provides about 65.61 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Tropical Grilled Chicken Breast made of?
- The main ingredients are Chicken Breast, Fresh Cilantro, Honey, Lime, Orange Juice. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Tropical Grilled Chicken Breast?
- About 17 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 12 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 65.61 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Tropical Grilled Chicken Breast easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Tropical Grilled Chicken Breast healthy?
- Tropical Grilled Chicken Breast has an easyChef Pro health score of 41/100. Per serving, it provides 65.61 calories and 7.02 g of protein, or 14% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. It contains Citrus, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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