Description
Discover a juicy chicken kabob recipe that’s easy to make, packed with flavor, and perfect for family dinners or weekend gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1‑inch cubes
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1‑inch pieces
- 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1‑inch pieces
- 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 Tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Skewers (wooden or metal)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken cubes, toss to coat, and let rest for 10 minutes.
- Prep the veggies: While the chicken marinates, cut the peppers, onion, and tomatoes into bite‑sized pieces.
- Thread the skewers: Alternate chicken, pepper, onion, and tomato on each skewer. Leave a small gap between pieces to allow even cooking.
- Preheat the grill: Heat to medium‑high (about 400 °F). If using a grill pan, preheat over medium‑high heat.
- Grill the kabobs: Place skewers on the grill, turning every 2–3 minutes. Cook for 10–12 minutes total, until the chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165 °F) and the veggies are slightly charred.
- Finish and serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve immediately with a side of rice or a fresh salad.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165 °F for safety.
- For extra smokiness, add a few drops of liquid smoke to the marinade.
- Keep the grill lid open for a quick char; close it for a more even cook.
- Serve with a yogurt‑based dip like tzatziki for a Mediterranean twist.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken kabob recipe