Sheet Pan Cilantro Citrus Chicken Skewers
Why Sheet Pan Cilantro Citrus Chicken Skewers Will Be Your New Go-To:
• Effortless Elegance: This recipe comes together in minutes and requires minimal cleanup, making it a lifesaver for busy schedules.
• Full of Flavor: The zesty citrus marinade infuses the chicken with a burst of brightness, while fresh cilantro adds a herbaceous touch.
• Sheet Pan Hero: This recipe utilizes the power of the sheet pan, ensuring effortless cooking and minimal cleanup. Simply toss everything together and let the oven do the work!
• Customizable Canvas: Feel free to personalize your skewers! Add your favorite vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or zucchini for extra flavor and texture.
• Healthy & Balanced: Lean protein from the chicken, vitamin C from the citrus, and optional vegetables create a well-rounded and satisfying meal.
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Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into ½ inch chunks
- 1/4 cilantro roughly chopped
- 4 cloves garlic grated
- Zest from ½ orange
- juice from 1 orange (about 3 tablespoons)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt divided
Instructions
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Pre-soak your wooden skewers, if using (you can skip the skewers and simply cook the chicken on a sheet pan or in a pan on the stove if you prefer!).
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If you’re using wood skewers, start soaking them!
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Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
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Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
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Place chicken in a large mixing bowl.
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Combine the cilantro, garlic, orange zest and juice, brown sugar, avocado oil , lime juice, rice vinegar and 1 teaspoon salt in a small bowl.
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Pour half of the sauce over the chicken and toss to coat; reserve the other half of the sauce for later.
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Thread the chicken pieces onto skewers, and season with ½ teaspoon salt.
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Bake for 10 minutes and then switch to broil for 4-5 minutes so the chicken is cooked through and is golden brown.
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Brush the cooked chicken with reserved sauce. Serve chicken with rice, beans and a green salad.
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