Orange Chipotle Grilled Turkey Breast

Ingredients

• 1 pounds boneless skinless turkey breast
• 3/4 cup fresh orange juice
• 2 tablespoons orange zest
• 3 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
• 1 orange, sliced, for garnish

Method

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, minced chipotle peppers, garlic, olive oil, honey, lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

2. 2

   Place the turkey breast in a large resealable bag or shallow dish and pour in the marinade, turning to coat evenly.

3. 3

   Refrigerate and marinate the turkey breast for at least 2 hours, turning once halfway through.

4. 4

   Remove the turkey from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before grilling.

5. 5

   Preheat the grill for two-zone cooking, heating one side to high (450°F) and leaving the other side on low or unlit for indirect heat.

   10:00 · preheat grill
6. 6

   Remove the turkey from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and reserve the marinade in a small saucepan.

7. 7

   Sear the turkey breast over direct high heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side until well marked.

   2:00 · sear turkey
8. 8

   Move the turkey to the indirect side of the grill, close the lid, and cook for 30 to 40 minutes, turning occasionally, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165°F.

   30:00 · grill turkey indirect
9. 9

   While the turkey grills, bring the reserved marinade to a boil in a small saucepan, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.

   5:00 · simmer glaze
10. 10

    Brush the cooked marinade glaze over the turkey breast during the last 5 minutes of grilling.

    5:00 · glaze turkey
11. 11

    Transfer the turkey to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

    10:00 · rest turkey
12. 12

    Slice the turkey breast against the grain, garnish with cilantro and orange slices, and serve.