Chicken Kabobs
These flavorful chicken kabobs are marinated and grilled to perfection, offering a delightful blend of spices and juicy pieces of chicken. Perfect for a summer barbecue or a quick weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- 1 skewers wooden or metal
- 1 grill or grill pan
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into 1-inch cubes.
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1 bell pepper cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium onion cut into wedges
- 1 zucchini sliced into rounds
Instructions
- Begin by cutting the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and placing them in a large mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken and toss well to ensure all pieces are coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes (or up to overnight for more flavor).
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto skewers, alternating with pieces of bell pepper, onion, and zucchini.
- Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
- Remove the kabobs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to add other vegetables to the kabobs, such as cherry tomatoes or mushrooms.
Serve with rice, pita bread, or a side salad for a complete meal.
For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like cilantro or parsley as a garnish after grilling.