Description
Achieve restaurant-quality results at home with these tender, flavor-packed chicken skewers. Featuring boneless chicken thighs marinated in a vibrant blend of fresh lemon, aromatic garlic, and Mediterranean herbs, this recipe ensures juicy, succulent bites every time. Perfectly charred on the outside and moist on the inside, these skewers are the ideal high-protein meal for backyard grilling or indoor stovetop cooking, satisfying crowds with ease.
Ingredients
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
Kosher salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Instructions
Place cubed chicken in a large bowl.
In a separate small container, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Pour marinade over chicken, toss well, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes if using them.
Thread chicken pieces onto skewers, ensuring they aren’t too tightly compressed.
Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and brush grates with oil.
Cook skewers for approximately 12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Remove from heat once distinct grill marks appear.
Let the skewers rest for 5 minutes before serving to redistribute juices.
Notes
Always soak wooden skewers in water for thirty minutes to prevent burning during the grilling phase. Using chicken thighs provides a more forgiving texture compared to breasts, keeping the meat succulent.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg