Peruvian-Inspired Citrus Marinated Grilled Chicken

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

Juicy grilled chicken infused with bright citrus and aromatic spices, inspired by Latin American flavors. This Latin American recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, fresh lime 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 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup orange juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs to the marinade, tossing to coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 3 hours, to allow flavors to penetrate.
3. Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through and nicely charred.
4. Step 4: Transfer chicken to a serving plate and sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro for a fresh herb finish. Serve immediately with your choice of sides.