Citrus and Mint Marinated Grilled Chicken Thighs

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Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a zesty blend of orange, lemon, and fresh mint, perfect for summer grilling. This Mediterranean-inspired summer cookout recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, fresh orange juice, fresh lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1/3 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Step 2: Add 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs to the marinade, tossing to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 6 hours for maximum flavor.
  3. Step 3: Preheat a grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and let excess drip off.
  4. Step 4: Grill chicken thighs skin-side down for 6-7 minutes until skin is crisp and golden, then flip and grill for another 6-7 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Step 5: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

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