Description
Grilled Chicken Skewers are a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for summer gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Tender chicken marinated in a zesty blend of garlic, lemon, and honey is threaded onto skewers with colorful bell peppers and zucchini. These skewers not only promise mouthwatering smoky aromas but also deliver a delightful taste experience that captures the spirit of outdoor barbecues. Simple to prepare, they can be grilled or baked, making them a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 breasts)
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), cut into chunks
- 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into rounds
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together garlic, lemon juice, honey, olive oil, and soy sauce to create the marinade.
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight).
- While marinating, chop bell peppers, onion, and zucchini.
- Thread marinated chicken and vegetables onto skewers.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F).
- Grill skewers for about 10-15 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, turning occasionally.
- Serve with any remaining marinade drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg