Zesty Citrus-Marinated Grilled Chicken Thighs

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Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a vibrant mixture of citrus juices and herbs, then grilled to smoky perfection. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, fresh lemon juice, fresh orange juice 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: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 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 lemon juice, 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp ground black pepper, and 1 tsp salt until combined and fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Add 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs to the marinade, turning to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 3 hours, to absorb the citrus flavors.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off, and grill for 6-7 minutes per side, turning once, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and skin is nicely charred and crisp.
  4. Step 4: Transfer grilled chicken to a platter and sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for a fresh finish. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

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