Herbal Bitters-Infused Citrus Chicken Skewers

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

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Grilled chicken skewers marinated in a unique blend of citrus juice and aromatic bitters for a balanced bitter-sour flavor. This Caribbean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 80 minutes, pairs chicken breast, fresh orange juice, Angostura bitters for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 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: 70 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 240 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, cut into 1-inch cubes chicken breast
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1 tsp Angostura bitters
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp honey
2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
8 skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 1 tsp Angostura bitters, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp honey, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until well combined.
Step 2: Add 1 lb cubed chicken breast to the marinade, toss to coat thoroughly, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Step 3: Thread marinated chicken pieces onto 8 soaked wooden skewers evenly.
Step 4: Preheat grill to medium-high (about 400°F). Grill skewers for 4-5 minutes per side until chicken is cooked through and has light char marks.
Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.