Grilled Chicken Skewers

Fire up the grill for these mouthwatering Grilled Chicken Skewers, a flavorful and easy recipe perfect for any barbecue or weeknight dinner. Featuring tender cubes of marinated chicken breast, this dish gets its vibrant, zesty flavor from a marinade of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and aromatic spices like paprika, oregano, and thyme. The chicken is threaded onto wooden skewers and grilled to perfection, creating juicy bites with smoky charred edges. Ready in under 40 minutes (plus marinating time), these skewers pair beautifully with sides like rice, salads, or grilled vegetables, making them a versatile and crowd-pleasing option. Ideal for outdoor entertaining or a quick, healthy meal, these Grilled Chicken Skewers are a must-try for lovers of bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Chicken breast
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Lemon juice
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 8 Wooden skewers

Directions

Step 1

Begin by soaking the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.

Step 2

Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch cubes. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for deeper flavor.

Step 5

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Step 6

Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto the soaked skewers, leaving a little space between each piece to ensure even cooking.

Step 7

Place the chicken skewers on the hot grill and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has visible grill marks.

Step 8

Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute within the chicken.

Step 9

Serve the grilled chicken skewers warm with your choice of sides such as salad, rice, or grilled vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	604.3 grams (604.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1446

Total Fat 92.90g	119%
Saturated Fat 20.20g	101%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 567mg	189%
Sodium 2741mg	119%
Total Carbohydrate 27.20g	10%
Dietary Fiber 1.90g	7%
Total Sugars 18.40g
Protein 122.50g	245%

Vitamin D 32IU	159%
Calcium 119mg	9%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 1383mg	29%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.3%

Protein: 34.1%

Carbs: 7.6%