Skewered Garlic-Lime Brazilian Chicken Churrasco

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Tender chicken marinated in zesty lime and garlic, grilled on skewers to capture the smoky essence of Brazilian churrasco. This Brazilian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, fresh lime juice, garlic cloves, minced 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Brazilian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until well combined.
  2. Step 2: Cut 1.5 pounds boneless chicken thighs into 1.5-inch pieces and toss with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 4 hours, to absorb flavors.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto 6 soaked wooden skewers, leaving a little space between pieces.
  4. Step 4: Grill the skewers for 4-5 minutes per side until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and has charred grill marks, turning once.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

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