Description
A quick and flavorful weeknight dinner featuring juicy chicken and vegetables marinated in a zesty lemon, herb, and olive oil blend, then grilled to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
- 1 medium yellow onion, sliced into thick rings
- 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch squares
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- Fresh lemon wedges, for serving
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into 1.5-inch cubes. Slice onion into thick rings and bell pepper into 1-inch squares. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, chopped dill, chopped oregano, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Add chicken cubes to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 15-30 minutes (up to 2 hours).
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (approx. 400°F / 200°C).
- Thread chicken and vegetables onto skewers, alternating pieces and leaving space between them for heat circulation.
- Grill skewers for 5 minutes, then turn and grill for another 5-7 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from grill and let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving with lemon wedges and fresh parsley.
Notes
Cut chicken pieces uniformly for even cooking. Do not overcrowd skewers. Pat chicken dry before marinating for better adhesion. Let meat rest after grilling to retain juices. Can be made in oven at 400°F for 15-20 minutes if grilling is not an option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers per person
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 32
Keywords: grilled chicken skewers, mediterranean chicken, weeknight dinner, healthy grilling, lemon herb chicken, quick meals, gluten-free