Chilli, Orange & Lime Grilled Chicken With A Spicy Orange Salad

Prep time
30min
Cook time
20min
Serves
6

Zingy citrus and hot chilli is a winning flavour combination, and this recipe proves it again!

Ingredients:

Chicken: 
  • 1 orange, peeled and chopped 
  • 1 - 2 red chillis, deseeded and chopped (quantity to your preference)
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • ½ cup (125ml) coriander leaves
  • ¼ cup (60ml) lime juice
  • 1 tsp (5ml) salt
  • 1 Tbsp (15ml) olive oil
  • 1 x County Fair Braai Pack
Dressing:
  • 1 red chilli, deseeded and thinly sliced
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • 1 Tbsp (15ml) honey
  • 2 Tbsp (30ml) olive oil
Salad:
  • 2 oranges, peeled and chopped 
  • ½ cucumber, cut into matchsticks
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup (60ml) coriander, roughly chopped
  • ¼ cup (60ml) mint, roughly chopped
  • ½ cup (125ml) toasted cashew nuts, roughly chopped

Method:

  1. Place the orange, chilli, garlic, coriander, lime juice, salt and olive oil in a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth. 
  2. Place the chicken pieces in a bowl and pour over the orange marinade. Toss well, and allow to marinate in the fridge for a minimum of 3 hours, ideally overnight, for maximum flavour. 
  3. Set your braai to medium-low heat. Grill the chicken pieces for 20-25 minutes until cooked through with a nice char; the timing will depend on the size of the chicken pieces.
  4. Salad: In a bowl, whisk together the chilli, lime juice, lime zest, honey and olive oil. Put aside. 
  5. Place the orange, cucumber, red onion, coriander, mint, and cashews into a bowl. Pour over the dressing and toss. 
  6. Serve with the juicy grilled chicken.