Supercharged Java-Inspired Grilled Chicken Skewers with Citrus Marinade

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-29 · Updated 2026-04-29

Juicy grilled chicken skewers marinated in a bright citrus and herb blend, capturing the essence of calling a parent constructor with super(). This Mediterranean Super Bowl recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs fresh orange juice, fresh lemon juice, and olive oil 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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

• 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
• 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
• 6 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into 1.5-inch pieces to the marinade, tossing to coat completely. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated chicken pieces onto 6 soaked wooden skewers, distributing evenly.
4. Step 4: Grill chicken skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning carefully until internal temperature reaches 165°F and edges have nice grill marks.
5. Step 5: Remove skewers from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.