Grilled Citrus-Marinated Chicken Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-25 · Updated 2026-04-25

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Tender chicken skewers marinated in a bright citrus blend and grilled to perfection, embodying vibrant Latin American flavors. This Latin American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs boneless skinless 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 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: 12 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

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

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until well combined.
Step 2: Add 1 lb of cut chicken thighs to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 3 hours, to develop flavor.
Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated chicken pieces onto 8 soaked wooden skewers.
Step 4: Grill skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until the chicken is cooked through and has char marks, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving with fresh lime wedges.