Grilled Chicken Kabobs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Additional Time
1 hr
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
278 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Grilled Chicken Kabobs
Description
Grilled Chicken Kabobs consist of marinated chicken chunks and a variety of vegetables such as red and yellow bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion. The marinade, combining olive oil, soy sauce, honey, and garlic, infuses the chicken and vegetables with a mildly sweet and savory profile. Once marinated for at least an hour, the ingredients are skewered and cooked over medium-high heat on a grill or grill pan. This grilling method imparts a slight char to the kabobs while keeping the chicken tender and the vegetables just cooked but still crisp. The parsley garnish adds a fresh herbal note to finish the dish.
These kabobs can be served on their own or alongside rice, salad, or flatbreads for a balanced meal. They are practical for outdoor grilling occasions or weeknight dinners where grilled protein and vegetables are desired.
For broiler cooking, the kabobs can be placed on a sheet pan coated with cooking spray and broiled for 5 minutes per side. Soaking wooden skewers in water before grilling helps prevent burning while cooking.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast cut into 1 inch pieces, boneless skinless
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 red bell pepper cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 yellow bell pepper cut into 1 inch pieces
- 2 small zucchini cut into 1 inch slices
- 1 red onion cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
Instructions
- Place the olive oil, soy sauce, honey, garlic and salt and pepper in a large bowl.
- Whisk to combine.
- Add the chicken, bell peppers, zucchini and red onion to the bowl. Toss to coat in the marinade.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours.
- Soak wooden skewers in cold water for at least 30 minutes. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium high heat.
- Thread the chicken and vegetables onto the skewers.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side or until chicken is cooked through.
- Sprinkle with parsley and serve.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in cold water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- For indoor cooking, the kabobs can be broiled on a sheet pan coated with cooking spray, 5 minutes per side.
- Marinating for up to 8 hours enhances flavor and tenderness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 278 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 278kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 420mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 791mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 21g | 42% |
| Vitamin A | 1145IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 106.5mg | 118% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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