Description
Grilled Chicken Skewers are a mouth-watering dish that perfectly combines tender marinated chicken with vibrant vegetables. Ideal for summer gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, these skewers offer a burst of flavor in every bite. With their eye-catching colors and customizable ingredients, they promise to be the highlight of any meal. Enjoy them grilled to perfection alongside your favorite dipping sauce or fresh salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced into rounds
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 2 lemons (about 4 tablespoons)
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by cutting the chicken and vegetables into even-sized pieces for uniform cooking.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
- Combine chicken cubes with the marinade in a resealable plastic bag or bowl. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Thread marinated chicken and vegetables onto skewers, alternating between chicken and veggies.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F). Grill skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning halfway through until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or salad.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 85mg