Description
Grilled Chicken Kabobs are tender, juicy skewers packed with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Perfectly marinated chicken cubes are grilled alongside colorful vegetables like bell peppers, red onion, and zucchini, creating a quick, healthy, and versatile meal ideal for any occasion from weekday dinners to weekend cookouts.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 1 lb fresh, boneless chicken breast, cut into cubes
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium red onion, sliced into chunks
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into bite-sized pieces
Marinade
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (oregano, thyme, or parsley)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: Mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and dried herbs in a bowl to create a fresh, zesty marinade that will tenderize and flavor the chicken.
- Cut the Chicken and Vegetables: Chop the chicken into evenly sized cubes, and slice the bell peppers, red onion, and zucchini into bite-sized pieces suitable for skewering.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken cubes in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours to allow maximum flavor absorption and juiciness.
- Assemble the Kabobs: Thread the chicken pieces alternately with the vegetables onto skewers, ensuring an even distribution for balanced flavors and an appealing presentation.
- Preheat the Grill and Cook: Heat the grill to medium-high and lightly oil the grates. Grill the kabobs for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender with grill marks.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove the kabobs from the grill and let them rest briefly to lock in juices. Serve immediately with your choice of garnishes and sides.
Notes
- Cut chicken and vegetables into uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- Leave space between pieces on skewers to ensure heat circulates evenly.
- Let kabobs rest a few minutes after cooking to keep chicken juicy.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for food safety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 2 kabobs)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
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