Brazilian-Style Grilled Chicken with Citrus Herb Marinade

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-10 · Updated 2026-05-10

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Juicy grilled chicken marinated in a vibrant blend of orange juice, garlic, and fresh herbs inspired by Brazilian flavors. This Brazilian-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, fresh orange juice, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 6 Brazilian cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 pieces (about 2 lbs) bone-in chicken thighs
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
4, minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
Step 2: Add 6 bone-in chicken thighs to the marinade and toss well to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off.
Step 4: Place the thighs skin-side down on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes without moving, until skin is crisp and charred in spots.
Step 5: Flip the chicken and grill for another 6-8 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
Step 6: Transfer chicken to a platter and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices.