Chicken Shish Kabobs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 25 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
553 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Chicken Shish Kabobs
Description
Chicken Shish Kabobs use bite-sized pieces of chicken thigh or breast that have been marinated in a mixture of aromatic seasonings including garlic, lemon juice, and red wine vinegar, balanced with olive oil and salt and pepper. The acidity and herbs in the marinade help tenderize and flavor the meat. Threading the chicken onto skewers and grilling over medium-high heat cooks them evenly, producing kabobs with a golden brown exterior and moist interior. Sprinkling extra seasoning before grilling adds a final flavor boost.
The kabobs can be served alongside a fresh basil vinaigrette and garnished with lemon wedges to add acidity, making this a flavorful main dish suitable for dinner or entertaining. The use of boneless pieces means they cook quickly and are easy to eat off skewers.
Choosing either chicken thighs or breasts exclusively is important to ensure even cooking times, as darker thigh meat takes longer to cook than lean breast. Marinate the chicken for at least an hour and discard remaining marinade before grilling to avoid flare-ups. Turning skewers occasionally helps achieve even cooking and a pleasant char.
Ingredients
For the chicken:
- 3 tablespoons Gaby’s Go To Seasoning
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt coarse
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 6 garlic roughly chopped, cloves
- 1 lemon juiced
- 1 lemon cut into wedges/sliced for serving
- 3 pounds chicken thigh cut into 1 ¼-inch cubes, or chicken breast, boneless skinless
- 1 recipe basil vinaigrette
Instructions
- Combine the seasoning, olive oil red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, garlic and lemon juice in a bowl; whisk to combine. Add in the chicken. Cover and chill at least 1 hour.
- Prepare grill over medium-high heat. Thread chicken pieces on skewers, dividing equally. Discard marinade in bowl. Sprinkle each skewer with additional gaby’s go-to seasoning.
- Grill chicken until golden brown and cooked through, turning skewers occasionally, 10 to 12 minutes total. Transfer skewers to platter. Serve with basil vinaigrette and extra lemon wedges
Notes
- Use only chicken thighs or only chicken breasts to ensure even cooking times across skewers.
- Marinate the chicken for at least one hour to develop flavor and tenderness.
- Discard the leftover marinade before grilling to prevent flare-ups.
- Turn skewers regularly on the grill for evenly cooked and browned kabobs.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 553 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 553kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 67g | 134% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 323mg | 108% |
| Sodium | 890mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 1076mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 285IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 30mg | 33% |
| Calcium | 233mg | 23% |
| Iron | 7mg | 39% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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