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How to Grill Kabobs Perfectly
Marinate or season your skewers with this simple recipe plus these tips and you'll be grilling perfect kabobs every time!
Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 243 kcal
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
Kabob seasoning:
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup paprika sweet or smoked
- 3 tablespoons black pepper
- 3 tablespoons salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
For the Marinade or basting wet rub:
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons kabob seasoning or favorite seasoning*
- 1 lemon juiced
For the Kabobs:
- 2 lbs chicken breast or beef cubed
- 1 red onion cut into pieces
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 pint mushrooms
- wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes.
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Make the dry seasoning:
- In a medium bowl, combine all the spices. Transfer inside a lidded jar and store in the pantry for up to 6 months.
Make the kabob marinade or basting mixture:
- In a medium bowl or direcly in a zip bag, measure out 3 tablespoons of the dry kebab seasoning, add the olive oil and lemon juice to form a wet rub or made.
- You can baste the mixture directly onto the threaded kebabs, toss the meat in the bowl to coat, or in a zip bag and let it marinate for 20 minutes while you prep the rest of the ingredients.
Assemble the skewers:
- Thread the cubes of meat onto the skewers, alternating with vegetables if using.
Grill:
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, about 375F to 400F on a grill. Once hot, brush oil on the metal grates.
- Place the kabobs on the grill, with the lid open for a few minutes to sear the meat, close the lid and cook for about 7 minutes on the first side. Open the grill, flip the kabobs, anc close the lid to continue cooking for an additional 5 to 7 mintues on the second side, until the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165F or the beef to 140-145F. Total cooking time will vary depending on the thicknes of the meat.
- Remove the kabobs from the grill on a tray and cover with foil to keep warm while you finish grilling.
Notes
- You can use the kabob seasoning above or use any of your favorite seasonings like creole seasoning, veggie seasoning, or jerk seasoning.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
243kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
7g
(2%)
Protein
27g
(54%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
Trans Fat
0.01g
Cholesterol
73mg
(24%)
Sodium
142mg
(6%)
Potassium
771mg
(22%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
363IU
(7%)
Vitamin C
19mg
(21%)
Calcium
32mg
(3%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 243
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 243kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 142mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 771mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 363IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 19mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.