Mediterranean Chicken Skewers

Mediterranean Chicken Skewers are a delicious, vibrant dish packed with fresh flavors and grilled to juicy perfection. Marinated in a blend of olive oil, lemon, garlic, and Mediterranean herbs, these skewers are both light and satisfying. Whether you’re cooking them on the grill or under the broiler, they make an easy and healthy option for a weeknight dinner or a backyard gathering.

Helpful Tips

• Marinate for at least 30 minutes – Giving the chicken time to soak up the flavors ensures juicy, flavorful bites. For even better results, marinate for up to 4 hours.
• Use uniform chicken pieces – Cutting the chicken into even-sized cubes helps them cook evenly, preventing some pieces from drying out while others remain undercooked.
• Don’t forget the veggies – Bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and zucchini all pair well with the Mediterranean flavors and add a pop of color to your skewers.

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Mediterranean Chicken Skewers

Marinated in a blend of olive oil, lemon, garlic, and herbs, these Mediterranean chicken skewers are both light and satisfying.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Marinating Time 2 hours hrs

Total Time 2 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Mediterranean

Servings 8 Skewers

Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 clove garlic minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 1/2 pounds chicken thighs boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch chunks
• 1 cup Tzatziki sauce

Instructions

 

• In a medium bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the mixture for later.
• Add the chicken cubes to the bowl and stir until coated. Marinate for at least 2 hours to overnight.
• When ready to cook, preheat the grill to 350° F(175°C). Thread chicken onto skewers. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 5 minutes, then turn over. Baste both sides with the reserved marinade.
• Remove once chicken reaches internal temperature of 165° F(75°C), about 10 minutes.
• Serve with tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 15gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 88mgSodium: 504mgPotassium: 188mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 289IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 1mg

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