Easy Herby Lemon Chicken Skewers Recipe
These Easy Herby Lemon Skewers feature juicy, marinated chicken breasts infused with fresh lemon, garlic, and a blend of aromatic herbs. Perfectly cooked on the grill or a grill pan, they are a flavorful and healthy option for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend barbecue.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Marinade and Chicken
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2-3 garlic cloves, crushed
- 2 tsp fresh thyme
- 2 tsp rosemary
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 4 large chicken breasts, skinless and boneless
- Wooden skewers, soaked in boiling water for 30 minutes
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, crushed garlic, fresh thyme, rosemary, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create the flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the Chicken: Slice the chicken breasts into bite-sized chunks. Place them in the bowl with the marinade, making sure all pieces are evenly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours for deeper flavor infusion.
- Skewer the Chicken: After marinating, thread the chicken chunks onto the pre-soaked wooden skewers, ensuring even spacing to allow for thorough cooking.
- Grill the Skewers: Preheat an outdoor grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat. Place the skewers on the grill and cook, turning every 3-5 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked through and has a golden brown color on all sides. This usually takes about 12-15 minutes depending on heat.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the skewers from the heat and let them rest for about 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Soaking wooden skewers in boiling water helps prevent them from burning on the grill.
- You can substitute fresh herbs with dried ones if fresh are not available, but reduce quantities accordingly.
- For added flavor, consider adding chopped vegetables like bell peppers or onions on the skewers.
- These skewers can be cooked under a broiler if a grill is unavailable.
- Marinating longer (up to 24 hours) will yield more flavorful and tender chicken.