Description
These Grilled Chicken Skewers are a flavorful and healthy main course perfect for summer grilling. Marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and spices, the chicken cubes are grilled to juicy perfection with beautiful char marks. Served alone or paired with rice, salad, or flatbread, these skewers make a versatile and easy meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Marinade
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Other
- Metal or wooden skewers (soaked in water if wooden)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Mix these ingredients thoroughly to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and toss well to ensure every piece is evenly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to 2 hours to let the flavors infuse the meat.
- Preheat the Grill: Warm up your grill or grill pan to a medium-high heat. This will ensure the chicken cooks evenly and gets nice grill marks.
- Assemble the Skewers: Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the metal or soaked wooden skewers, leaving small gaps between pieces to allow heat circulation and even cooking.
- Grill the Chicken: Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, turning them occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked through and has appealing grill marks.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes to allow the juices to settle before serving them with your choice of sides such as rice, salad, or flatbread.
Notes
- Serve with rice, salad, flatbread, or dipping sauces like tzatziki or garlic yogurt for added flavor.
- Add vegetables such as bell peppers, onions, or zucchini to the skewers for a more complete and colorful meal.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before threading to prevent burning on the grill.
- Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to control the heat level to your preference.
