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Lemon Garlic Chicken Kabobs

With the most heavenly lemony-garlicky marinade, these kabobs will be made all the time! So tender, so juicy!

Prep Time
2 hrs 30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
2 hrs 50 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American , International

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 shallot diced
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 red onion cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces

Instructions

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  1. In a medium bowl, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, shallot, lemon juice, lemon zest, rosemary, garlic, Dijon, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper.
  2. In a gallon size Ziploc bag or large bowl, combine chicken and olive oil mixture; marinate for at least 2 hours to overnight, turning the bag occasionally. Drain the chicken from the marinade.
  3. Thread chicken and onion onto skewers. Brush with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  4. Preheat grill to medium heat.
  5. Add skewers to grill, and cook, turning occasionally, until the chicken is completely cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 10 minutes.
  6. Serve immediately.