Grilled Citrus-Herb Chicken Skewers
Juicy chicken pieces marinated in a bright citrus and herb mixture, threaded onto skewers and grilled to smoky perfection for a flavorful, healthy meal. This Mediterranean-inspired Super Bowl recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, lemon juice, orange 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs, cut into 1.5-inch pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 8 soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup lemon juice, 1/4 cup orange juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
- Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs cut chicken thigh pieces to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
- Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated chicken evenly onto the 8 soaked wooden skewers.
- Step 4: Grill the chicken skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the edges are lightly charred.
- Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving with your choice of sides.









