Grilled Brazilian Citrus-Marinated Chicken Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-02 · Updated 2026-06-02

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Juicy chicken skewers marinated in a tangy blend of orange, lime, and garlic, grilled to smoky perfection for a vibrant Brazilian street-style dish. This Brazilian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, orange juice, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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: 12 min Serves 4 Brazilian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless, cut into 1.5-inch pieces chicken thighs
1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
3, minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp chopped for garnish fresh cilantro
6, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice, 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to form the marinade.
Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs chicken thighs cut into 1.5-inch pieces to the marinade, toss to coat thoroughly, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.
Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated chicken pieces evenly onto 6 soaked wooden skewers.
Step 4: Grill the chicken skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and has nice char marks.
Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro before serving.