Grilled Citrus-Marinated Chicken with Cumin and Coriander
Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a zesty citrus and spice blend, grilled to smoky perfection and served with fresh herbs. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, orange juice, 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.
Ingredients
- 6 pieces (about 2 lbs) boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped, for garnish fresh cilantro
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp ground cumin, 2 tsp ground coriander, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp honey, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper until combined.
- Step 2: Add 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs to the marinade, turning to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for deeper flavor.
- Step 3: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and discard marinade. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and the edges are nicely charred.
- Step 4: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro before serving. Serve with grilled vegetables or rice.









