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Chicken Kabobs recipe

Best Chicken Kabobs in Oven Recipe

Create succulent chicken kabobs infused with a zesty marinade, threaded with colorful veggies, and cooked to perfection on the grill or in the oven for a delightful meal packed with flavor!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Resting Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Calories: 260kcal
Author: Austin Carter
Servings: 6

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl for marinating the chicken
  • Knife for chopping the vegetables
  • Skewers wooden or metal
  • Grill or grill pan
  • Tongs for turning the kabobs

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • lbs Chicken breast cut into cubes
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 3 Garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Vegetables

  • 1 Red bell pepper chopped into squares
  • 1 Yellow bell pepper
  • 1 Red onion cut into chunks
  • Cherry tomatoes optional

Optional Garnish

  • Fresh parsley
  • Extra lemon wedges
  • A sprinkle of chili flakes

Instructions

  • Prep the Chicken
    Cut the chicken into even pieces so everything cooks at the same speed.
  • Mix the Marinade
    In a bowl, stir together olive oil, lemon, garlic, and spices.
    Mix the Marinade
  • Coat the Chicken
    Add the chicken pieces into the bowl and mix until every piece is covered.
  • Rest the Chicken
    Let it sit for 20–30 minutes so the flavors settle in.
    Rest the Chicken
  • Prep the Vegetables
    Chop the peppers and onion into bite-sized pieces.
    Prep the Vegetables
  • Build the Kabobs
    Slide the chicken and vegetables onto skewers in any pattern I like.
    Build the Kabobs
  • Grill Until Juicy
    Cook them on medium heat, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden and cooked through.
    Grill Until Juicy
  • Add a Finishing Touch
    A squeeze of lemon or a sprinkle of herbs makes the flavor pop.
  • Serving Step
    Serve the kabobs warm with rice, salad, or flatbread, whatever I have on hand.
    Serving Step

Nutrition

Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 12g | Sodium: 340mg | Sugar: 4g
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