Supercharged Java-Inspired Grilled Chicken Skewers with Citrus Marinade

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Juicy grilled chicken skewers marinated in a bright citrus and herb blend, capturing the essence of calling a parent constructor with super(). This Mediterranean-inspired Super Bowl recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs fresh orange juice, fresh lemon juice, 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 "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 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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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.

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