Grilled Citrus-Marinated Chicken with Brazilian Vinaigrette

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-26 · Updated 2026-05-26

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Juicy grilled chicken marinated in fresh citrus and herbs, served with a bright Brazilian-style vinaigrette dressing. This Brazilian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, boneless skin-on, fresh lime juice, fresh orange 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 Brazilian cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 pieces chicken thighs, boneless skin-on
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tsp ground cumin
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
2 tbsp white vinegar
1 tbsp honey

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 3 crushed garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 6 boneless skin-on chicken thighs and marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and juices run clear.
Step 3: While the chicken cooks, combine 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, 1/4 cup finely diced red bell pepper, 2 tbsp white vinegar, and 1 tbsp honey in a small bowl. Stir well to make the vinaigrette.
Step 4: Once chicken is grilled, let rest for 5 minutes, then serve topped with the fresh Brazilian vinaigrette.