Description
Lemon and herb marinated chicken skewers are a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for summer grilling or cozy weeknight dinners. Tender pieces of chicken are marinated in a zesty blend of lemon juice, fresh herbs, and garlic, creating a mouthwatering experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for various cooking methods, these skewers bring a burst of freshness to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary (finely chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and cut the chicken breasts into even-sized cubes.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (up to 4 hours for maximum flavor).
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken onto soaked skewers.
- Grill skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove from heat and let rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg