Wellness
Nutrition
Calories: 310
Protein: 38 g
Carbohydrates: 9 g
Fat: 14 g
Fibre: 2.5 g
Sodium: 390 mg
Dinner
Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Skewers
5 min read
Juicy, herb-marinated chicken breast skewered with colorful bell peppers and red onion, grilled to perfection and served with fresh lemon.
Prep15 min
Cook12 min
Serves4
DifficultyEasy
What you'll need
Ingredients
Chicken & Marinade:
• 1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp fine sea salt
• ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Vegetable Skewers:
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch wedges
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced into thick half-moons
Let's make it
Instructions
1
Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Add 1.5 lbs of skinless, boneless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch cubes) and toss to coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours).
2
Thread the Skewers: Pre-soak wooden skewers in water for 20 minutes if using wood. Alternate threading the marinated chicken cubes, red onion chunks, cherry tomatoes, and bell pepper pieces onto the skewers.
3
Grill to Perfection: Preheat a grill or cast-iron grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C) and lightly oil the grates. Grill the skewers for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is browned on all sides and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
4
Rest & Serve: Transfer the cooked skewers to a platter, cover loosely with foil, and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and lemon wedges, and serve warm with tzatziki sauce or pita bread.
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