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Dinner plate filled with two chicken skewers, lemon slices, and a side of greek salad.
4.91 from 20 votes

Chicken Skewers

These flavorful Mediterranean-inspired garlic and herb-marinated Chicken Skewers are ready in just 45 minutes. Made with simple, healthy ingredients, they're perfect for grilling and summer cookouts.
Prep Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 303kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs - cut into 1-inch pieces
  • ¼ cup prepared marinade - recipe below
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 lemon - juiced
  • 8 wooden bamboo skewers - soaked in water for 15 minutes

For the marinade:

  • 1 cup fresh parsley - minced
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro - minced
  • ¼ cup fresh basil - chopped fine
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • tablespoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoon ginger powder
  • cups olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper

Instructions

  • Soak the bamboo skewers in water for at least 15-30 minutes before threading to prevent burning.
  • Prepare the marinade: Combine the fresh parsley, cilantro, and basil in a large bowl. Combine with the remaining marinade ingredients - the dried oregano, garlic powder, ginger powder, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
  • Marinate the chicken: Place the cubed chicken pieces in a separate bowl. Cover with about ¼-½ cup of the prepared marinade, fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix well to combine. Transfer the remaining marinade to a separate airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 4-6 days.
  • Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes, then add the chicken to the skewers. For best results, don’t overcrowd the skewer and leave 1 inch on one end for grabbing the skewer.
  • Meanwhile, turn your to medium-high. When the grill is ready, place the skewers on the grilling surface, leaving space between each skewer to ensure even cooking. Since the marinade already has oil in it, additional oil is unnecessary. Depending on the size of your chicken pieces, cook each side of your skewers for approximately 3-4 minutes (total of 12-16 minutes). With each turn baste with additional marinade. Chicken is fully cooked at 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Check for doneness and remove skewers from the grill. If desired, serve with pita, hummus, tzatziki, and fresh veggies.

Notes

Grill pan instructions: Preheat the grill pan over medium to medium-high heat. Brush the grill pan with a light coat of oil. Add the skewers and cook for about 5-8 minutes per side.  Chicken is fully cooked at 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Tip: If using a grill pan, you may need to trim the skewers to fit into the pan.
Fresh herbs to dried conversion:
  • 1 cup of fresh parsley --- ¼ cup dried parsley
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro --- 2 tablespoons dried cilantro
  • ¼ cup fresh basil --- 1 tablespoon dried basil
* Updated images show the recipe made using dried herbs.

Nutrition

Calories: 303kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 108mg | Sodium: 794mg | Potassium: 839mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0g | Vitamin A: 2375IU | Vitamin C: 49.3mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 2.5mg
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