Chicken Skewers
Chicken skewers are the ultimate summer treat, combining juicy marinated chicken with colorful bell peppers and red onions for a perfect grilling experience. Tender on the inside and charred to perfection outside, these skewers are a delightful addition to any gathering. Easy to prepare and customize, they promise to impress family and friends at barbecues or cozy weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 medium red onion, cut into chunks
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Cut chicken breasts into one-inch cubes and chop bell peppers and onion into similar-sized pieces.
- Add chicken and vegetables to the marinade; mix until well-coated. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or oven to 400°F (200°C). Soak wooden skewers in water if using.
- Thread marinated chicken and veggies onto skewers alternately.
- Grill for 10-15 minutes or bake on a parchment-lined sheet for 20 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg