Chicken Kabobs Recipe for Flavorful Grilling
Juicy chicken and colorful vegetables marinated in olive oil, garlic, and Mediterranean spices, grilled to perfection. A quick and flavorful dish ideal for summer or weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 45
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Pork-free, alcohol-free
Ingredients
Chicken breasts, 1.25 lb (575g) (cut into bite-sized cubes)
Olive oil, 1/4 cup (60ml) (extra virgin)
Lemon juice, 2 tbsp (30ml) (freshly squeezed)
Minced garlic, 3 tbsp (15g)
Ground cumin, 1 tsp (5g) (or coriander)
Red pepper flakes, 1 tsp (2g) (optional for heat)
Vegetables: red bell pepper, zucchini, onion, red onion (cut into 1-inch pieces)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Cut chicken breasts into 1.5-inch cubes
Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper in a bowl
Submerge chicken in marinade, ensuring even coating
Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes
Cut vegetables into 1-inch pieces
Soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes
Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F)
Thread chicken and vegetables alternately onto skewers
Grill kabobs for 25 minutes, turning occasionally
Serve hot with optional sides of rice or pita
Notes
Use wooden skewers high enough to hold ingredients without crushing
Replace bell pepper with green pepper or mushrooms if preferred
Marinate up to 24 hours for deeper flavor
Brush grill grates with oil to prevent sticking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer per serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg