Easy herby lemon skewers
User Reviews
4.4
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Additional Time
1 d
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Servings
4
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Calories
258 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy herby lemon skewers
Description
Easy herby lemon skewers combine chicken breast chunks with a marinade made from olive oil, lemon juice and zest, garlic, and fresh herbs such as thyme, rosemary, and dried oregano. The chicken is marinated for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours to absorb the flavors. Threaded onto soaked wooden skewers and grilled evenly, the chicken develops a golden-brown crust while remaining juicy inside.
The marinade’s balance of tangy lemon and savory herb notes brightens the chicken and the grilling adds slight char for complexity. This recipe suits casual dining occasions and can be served alone or alongside salads and grilled vegetables.
Allowing the skewers to rest briefly after cooking helps juices redistribute, enhancing tenderness. Using soaked wooden skewers prevents burning during grilling.
Ingredients
For the marinade
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- lemon zest of 1
- 2-3 garlic crushed, clove
- 2 tsp thyme fresh
- 2 tsp rosemary
- 1 tsp oregano dried
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
For the skewers
- 4 large chicken breast skinless, boneless
- wooden skewers soaked in boiling water for 30 minutes
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients for the marinade.
- Slice the chicken into bite-sized chunks and place in a bowl. Pour over the marinade, cover and allow to marinade for at least 30 minutes but up to 24 hours, covered in the fridge.
- Thread the marinated chicken onto soaked wooden skewers or metal skewers.
- Heat an outdoor grill or stovetop grill pan then cook the skewers, turning every 3-5 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown on all sides.
- Remove from the heat and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 258 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 258kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 714mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 434mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 70IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 8.7mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.4
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