Greek Chicken Kabobs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Additional Time
30 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
286 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Greek Chicken Kabobs
Description
This recipe prepares bite-sized chicken breast pieces marinated in a mixture of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, crushed garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. After marinating for at least 30 minutes, the chicken is skewered with chunks of green and red bell peppers, zucchini slices, and red onion segments. The vegetables are tossed separately in olive oil and seasoning before assembly.
The kabobs are cooked on a grill preheated to medium-high heat, turning frequently to achieve even cooking and light charring. The chicken cooks through to an internal temperature of 165°F, ensuring tenderness and juiciness. The vegetables soften but retain some firmness, providing textural contrast.
These Greek Chicken Kabobs can be served with lemon wedges that add bright acidity. Serving suggestions include pairing with rice or Greek-style potatoes, or stuffing the grilled kabobs into pita bread with tzatziki sauce. Broiler cooking is an alternative to grilling. Discarding excess marinade prevents flare-ups on the grill while protecting flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces, boneless skinless
- 1 green bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 small zucchini cut ½-inch thick
- ½ red onion cut into 1-inch pieces
- lemon for serving, wedges
For the Marinade
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice about 1 lemon, fresh
- 3 cloves garlic crushed
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- For the marinade, in a medium bowl, combine ⅓ cup olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken, toss well to coat, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
- Place the vegetables in a large bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
- Remove chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Discard the marinade and thread the chicken and vegetables onto skewers.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Add the skewers and cook, turning frequently, for 10 to 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve the skewers with lemon wedges and tzatziki if desired.
Notes
- Chicken can be marinated between 30 minutes and 4 hours; longer marination deepens flavor but avoid exceeding 4 hours to prevent texture changes.
- To broil instead of grilling, place skewers on a foil-lined pan 4-5 inches from the heat and broil for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Serve kabobs with tzatziki, rice, or Greek potatoes for a complete Mediterranean-style meal.
- Once threaded, discard any leftover marinade to avoid contamination and prevent flare-ups on the grill.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 286 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 286 | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 38g | 76% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 109mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 277mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 904mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1195IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 76mg | 84% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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