Citrus and Herb Chicken Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-09 · Updated 2026-08-09

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Juicy grilled chicken skewers marinated in a zesty citrus and fresh herb blend, perfect for a flavorful and fun meal. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 52 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breast, orange juice, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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: 40 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 American cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tbsp lemon juice
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
3 minced garlic cloves
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
6 soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

Step 1: Cut 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast into 1-inch cubes and transfer to a large bowl. Add 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir well to combine and marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Step 2: Thread the marinated chicken cubes evenly onto 6 soaked wooden skewers, leaving a little space between pieces.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill the chicken skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
Step 4: Remove skewers from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving, allowing the juices to redistribute.