Flavorful Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Skewers
Juicy grilled chicken skewers marinated in a bright lemon herb mixture, perfect for quick and easy BBQ meals with fresh, vibrant flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1½-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by whisking together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, oregano, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes in a medium bowl.
- Trim excess fat from chicken breasts and cut into 1½-inch cubes for even cooking.
- Toss chicken pieces in the marinade until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto skewers, leaving space between pieces for even cooking.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F to 400°F). Clean and oil the grates.
- Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove skewers from grill and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Serve garnished with fresh lemon wedges and extra herbs if desired.
Notes
Marinate chicken between 30 minutes and 2 hours to avoid mushy texture. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F. Let chicken rest after grilling for juicier bites. Soak wooden skewers before grilling to prevent burning. Can be cooked indoors using a grill pan or broiler if no grill is available.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 2 skewers per
- Calories: 210
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Protein: 30
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