Description
Juicy, citrus-marinated achiote chicken thighs grilled to smoky perfection — the ultimate summer meal!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (approx. 6)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ½ tablespoons achiote paste
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 large lime)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients except the chicken thighs.
2. Place chicken thighs in a large zip-top bag and pour marinade over the chicken.
3. Seal the bag, removing excess air, and gently massage to coat. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or up to 24 hours.
4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375–450°F).
5. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 7–8 minutes per side, or until internal temp reaches 160°F.
6. Transfer chicken to a plate and rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Marinate overnight for deeper flavor.
You can use a grill pan or cast iron skillet if no grill is available.
Perfect for tacos, salads, or meal prep bowls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grill
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 253
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 735mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0.03g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 162mg