Description
Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Veggie Skewers become your ultimate dinner solution when time runs short and hunger strikes. Colorful, zesty skewers deliver maximum flavor with minimal effort, turning a hectic evening into a delightful meal that takes less time than ordering takeout.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Vegetables:
- 1 large zucchini
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 1 red onion
Seasonings and Liquids:
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Submerge wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling. Heat grill to medium-high temperature (around 400°F/204°C).
- Chop 1 pound chicken breasts, 1 zucchini, red and yellow bell peppers, and 1 red onion into uniform 1-inch chunks.
- Mix ¼ cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, dried herbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small mixing bowl until ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Transfer chopped vegetables and chicken to a large bowl, then drizzle entire marinade over the ingredients. Toss carefully to ensure complete and even coating.
- Carefully thread chicken and vegetable pieces onto prepared skewers, creating a colorful pattern by alternating protein and different vegetable types.
- Place assembled skewers on preheated grill rack, positioning them to receive consistent heat across all sides.
- Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, rotating every 3-4 minutes to achieve even cooking and beautiful grill marks. Check chicken internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C.
- Transfer finished skewers to a serving platter and allow them to rest for 2-3 minutes before enjoying the hot, fresh meal.
Notes
- Wooden skewers need a water bath before grilling to prevent burning and keep ingredients securely in place.
- Cutting vegetables and chicken into similar-sized pieces ensures even cooking and balanced flavor in every bite.
- For a gluten-free version, verify all marinade ingredients are certified gluten-free and substitute fresh herbs if needed.
- Letting the skewers marinate for 15-30 minutes before grilling will intensify the herb and lemon flavors throughout the chicken and vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 270 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg