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Is there anything better than grilled meat on a stick? These lemon chicken skewers are marinated in Greek seasoning for the yummiest, most tender Greek kabobs ever!
Lemon chicken skewers
Just because it’s not grilling season yet, doesn’t mean we shouldn’t enjoy great, yummy food! These lemon chicken skewers are a super delicious reason to break the rules, fight the cold weather and fire up the grill! Or be a chicken (got it?) like me and use an indoor grill, they’ll end up tasting just as amazing!
These lemon chicken skewers are super easy and pretty quick to make, even though you’ll need to marinade them first for at least 30 minutes. Make it even easier and marinate the meat the night before!
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These lemon chicken skewers are an amazing grilled appetizer. Not only are they quick to prepare, they’re also gluten free, healthy and delicious with feta cheese! Yes, they taste just that good.
What to serve with chicken skewers?
Always a crowd-pleaser, these Greek lemon chicken skewers are perfect as a main dish or to add to a healthy salad.
- They work great as they are or served with a refreshing Tzatziki sauce.
- Or serve with a simple sauce of Greek yogurt and garlic.
- These delicious skewers of lemon chicken cooked on a grill taste great served with a refreshing salad of sliced tomatoes and cucumbers dressed in lemon juice, olive oil and fresh lemon juice.
- This is a quick and easy flavorful dish that also goes well with rice pilaf or couscous.
Marinated in Greek seasoning, the meat in these lemon chicken skewers is so flavorful, tender and juicy, they’ll soon become a favorite! These skewers are bursting with lemon, garlic and herbs flavor, are a healthy protein source and a great alternative to fried kebobs, perfect for entertaining at home or serving at a party.
This is such an easy and tasty recipe that I had to share it with everyone! If you like Greek food then you will love these yummy lemon skewers. They are my absolute favorite and I’m sure you will love them too! Served warm or cold, these Greek-inspired kebabs have a little zip that will leave you feeling refreshed and satisfied. Take a look at this perfect recipe for chicken kabobs that your friends and family will love.
The ingredients listed below are for 6 skewers. Adjust as needed.
Recipe notes:
- If you are a big fan of garlic, add some extra to the marinade. Peel a couple of garlic cloves, smash with a fork and mix with the marinade ingredients.
- Feel free to add more of your favorite Mediterranean herbs (maybe some oregano or rosemary) or switch them completely if you’re not a fan of pre packed Greek seasoning.
- When grilling, don’t turn the chicken too fast. If it sticks, it’s not ready yet so give it a few more seconds. The chicken will release from the grill with ease once it’s done. If you have a meat thermometer, it should read 165 degrees when the chicken is ready.
- This is a great recipe to make even when you don’t have skewers. Just place the marinated chicken in a foil dish and grill or cook in the oven. The marinade works great for other chicken parts too, like chicken thighs or whole breast.
Greek Chicken Skewers
What do you need to make Greek kabobs?
- Chicken breast, cubed
- Vegetable oil
- Lemon juice (juice of 1 fresh lemon)
- Greek Seasoning
- Table salt
- Lemon, halved and cut into 12 slices
Note: For extra zing, you can grate some ginger and add to the marinade.
You will also need:
- shallow dish
- wooden skewers
- small bowl
- grill (or indoor grill or a grill pan)
How to make Greek chicken skewers?
- Place bamboo skewers into a shallow dish filled with warm water and set aside.
- In a small mixing bowl, pour oil, lemon juice, salt and seasoning. Whisk well.
- Add cubed chicken pieces and stir to coat well. Keep in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to marinate.
- Assemble skewers by sliding a piece of chicken and folded half of lemon onto a skewer.
- Repeat until the skewer is full. Continue to assemble skewers until all of the chicken is used.
- Place skewers onto a preheated grill and grill for about 5-6 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
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Greek Lemon Chicken Skewers
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast cubed
- 2 Tablespoons oil
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice or juice of 1 fresh lemon
- 1 tablespoon Greek Seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 lemon halved and cut into 12 slices
You will also need:
- shallow dish
- bamboo skewers
- small mixing bowl
- grill or indoor grill
Equipment
- shallow dish
- bamboo skewers
- indoor grill
Instructions
- Place bamboo skewers into a shallow dish filled with warm water and set aside. In a small mixing bowl, add oil, lemon juice, salt and seasoning. Whisk well.
- Add cubed chicken and stir to coat well. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to marinate.
- Assemble skewers by sliding a piece of chicken and folded half of lemon onto a skewer.
- Repeat until the skewer is full. Continue to assemble skewers until all of the chicken is used.
- Place skewers onto a preheated grill and grill for about 5-6 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
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