Description
Lemon and herb marinated chicken skewers are a vibrant dish that transforms simple ingredients into a delightful grilling experience. Infused with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs, these skewers deliver mouthwatering flavors in every juicy bite. Perfect for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners, they’re easy to prepare and sure to impress family and friends alike. Enjoy the taste of summer with every skewer!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon zest, garlic, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and coat in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F). Soak wooden skewers in water if using.
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers and grill for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 80mg