Description
Grilled chicken kabobs are a delightful summer staple that combines juicy chicken with vibrant bell peppers and onions, all infused with a zesty marinade. Perfect for barbecues or family dinners, these skewers deliver bursts of flavor in every bite, creating unforgettable memories with friends and family. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, they are sure to impress at any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 bell peppers (any colors), chopped into chunks
- 1 red onion, chopped into chunks
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tzatziki sauce for serving
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into 1-inch cubes. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken cubes and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- While the chicken marinates, chop the bell peppers and red onion into similar-sized pieces.
- Thread marinated chicken and vegetables onto skewers alternately.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill kabobs for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through.
- Serve with tzatziki sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 kabobs (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor variety, consider using seasonal vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms. To ensure juicy chicken, use a meat thermometer; target an internal temperature of 165°F.