Grilled Citrus-Basil Chicken with Agave Nectar

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp. grated lime zest
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 2 tbsp. chopped fresh basil
• 1 tbsp. medium or dark agave nectar
• 2 large garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp. dried oregano
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
• 1 (3 1/2 lb.) chicken, cut into 6 pieces, skinned, giblets discarded
• 1 lime, cut into 6 wedges

Makes 6 Servings (1 piece of chicken with about 1 tbsp. sauce)

1. To make the marinade, combine the lime zest and juice, orange juice, basil, agave nectar, garlic, oil, oregano, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Transfer half of the lime mixture to a covered container and refrigerate.
2. Transfer the remaining lime mixture to a large zip-close plastic bag and add the chicken. Squeeze out the air and seal the bag; turn to coat the chicken. Refrigerate, turning the bag occasionally, for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
3. Meanwhile, spray the grill rack with nonstick spray; prepare the grill for a medium-hot fire.
4. Remove the chicken from the marinade; discard the marinade. Place the chicken on the grill rack and grill, turning occasionally, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in a thigh registers 165 F, 20-30 minutes.
5. Pour the reserved lime mixture into a small saucepan and bring to a simmer. Transfer the chicken to a medium serving platter and spoon the lime sauce over. Serve with the lime wedges.

WW POINTS VALUE: 5 pts.

 

Note: This recipe appears in the WW Ultimate Chicken Cookbook. Don't be intimidated by this dish. It may look and sound a little funky but it is SO deliciously fruity. This dish is perfect for warm weather grilling no matter where you are in the world. I used fresh herbs from my garden along with agave nectar and fresh juices. This dish was so succulently delicious. It melted in my mouth it was that good. You can serve grilled vegetables or on top of greens to make a salad and this dish will still be delicious. As for the olive oil, you have possibilities with fruit flavored or herb flavored olive oil. For more information, visit www.TheImperialOlive.com.