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Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Skewers

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Juicy and flavorful grilled chicken skewers marinated in a bright lemon and fresh herb mixture, perfect for summer BBQs and quick dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1 ½-inch cubes
  • Juice of 2 lemons (about ¼ cup / 60 ml)
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • ¼ cup olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Wooden or metal skewers (soaked if wooden)

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken into 1 ½-inch cubes, keeping pieces uniform for even cooking.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, olive oil, rosemary, thyme, parsley, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  3. Add chicken cubes to the marinade and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 1-2 hours.
  4. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  5. Thread marinated chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving space between pieces for even cooking.
  6. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 204°C). Clean and oil grates.
  7. Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes until chicken is golden with grill marks and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  8. Remove skewers from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  9. Serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.

Notes

Marinate chicken between 30 minutes to 2 hours for best flavor and texture. Avoid marinating longer than 4 hours to prevent the lemon juice from breaking down the meat too much. Soak wooden skewers before grilling to prevent burning. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F internally. If grill flares up, move skewers to cooler part temporarily. Do not overcrowd skewers for even cooking.

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