Description
These Healthy Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Skewers bring a vibrant explosion of color and flavor to your table. You'll adore the contrast between the golden-brown, charred exterior and the incredibly juicy, tender meat inside. Each mouthful offers a bright, tangy zing from fresh lemons paired with aromatic garlic and Mediterranean herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
2 lbs Chicken Breast
1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
4 cloves Garlic Cloves
1 tbsp Fresh Oregano
2 tbsp Fresh Parsley
1 tsp Sea Salt
1/2 tsp Black Pepper
2 lemons Lemon Slices
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together the Extra Virgin Olive Oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, parsley, sea salt, and black pepper
- Coat the Chicken: Add the cubed chicken breast to the bowl and mix until evenly coated
- Marinate: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours
- Assemble the Skewers: Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers, alternating with lemon slices
- Heat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat
- Grill to Perfection: Cook the skewers for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brow
- Check for Doneness: Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C)
- Rest and Serve: Let the skewers rest for 3-5 minutes before serving
Notes
Cut chicken into uniform 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
Bring the chicken to room temperature before grilling for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg