Chicken Kebabs Recipe
Grilled chicken skewers served with vegetables.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Vegetables
Skewers
Method
Preparation of Marinade
- 1
Combine Marinade Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 2
Marinate Chicken
Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch cubes and add them to the marinade. Stir to coat all the pieces evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2 hours.
Preparation of Vegetables
- 3
Prepare Vegetables
While the chicken is marinating, wash and cut the bell peppers and zucchini into 1-inch pieces, and slice the red onion into wedges. Leave the cherry tomatoes whole.
Skewering
- 4
Soak Skewers
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning on the grill.
- 5
Assemble Kebabs
Once the chicken has marinated, thread the chicken cubes and prepared vegetables onto the skewers, alternating between chicken and vegetables as desired.
Grilling
- 6
Preheat Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F or 190°C).
- 7
Serving
- 8
Serve
Remove the kebabs from the grill and allow them to rest for a few minutes. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or alongside rice.
