Description
Sizzling Mediterranean grilled chicken kabobs bring Middle Eastern flavors dancing across your plate. Marinated tender chicken pieces perfectly charred and nestled with colorful vegetables create a simple yet spectacular meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
Marinade Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) olive oil
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- 1/4 cup (15 grams) fresh parsley, chopped
Additional Equipment:
- Skewers (metal or soaked wooden skewers)
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant marinade by whisking olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until thoroughly combined.
- Immerse chicken cubes into the marinade, ensuring each piece is completely coated. Seal the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours, allowing flavors to penetrate deeply.
- Prepare the grill by heating to medium-high (around 400°F) approximately 10 minutes before cooking, creating optimal grilling conditions.
- Remove marinated chicken from refrigerator and carefully skewer pieces, maintaining slight spacing between chunks to promote uniform heat distribution.
- Position skewers on hot grill grates, rotating every 3-4 minutes to achieve consistent caramelization and prevent burning. Total cooking time ranges 10-15 minutes.
- Verify chicken’s doneness by checking internal temperature reaches 165°F using a meat thermometer. Properly cooked meat will appear opaque and slightly charred.
- Transfer grilled kabobs to a clean platter, allowing them to rest 3-5 minutes for juice redistribution. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with complementary sauces or side dishes.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning and ensure safer cooking.
- Choose chicken breasts with uniform thickness to guarantee consistent cooking and prevent some pieces from drying out.
- Experiment with alternative protein options like tofu, shrimp, or lamb for diverse dietary preferences and exciting flavor variations.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or zucchini between chicken pieces to create colorful, nutritious kabobs and enhance overall meal texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes (minimum)
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg