Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsSwahili Village NewarkChicken Skewers Recipe

Chicken Skewers Recipe

Time1h 15m
Serves4

Marinated chicken grilled to perfection.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Marinade

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, salt, black pepper, and oregano. Mix well to create the marinade.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Chicken

    Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch cubes and add them to the marinade. Stir to ensure all pieces are evenly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for better flavor.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Vegetables

    While the chicken is marinating, chop the bell peppers into 1-inch pieces and slice the red onion into wedges.

Grilling

  1. 4

    Soak the Skewers

    If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning on the grill.

  2. 5

    Assemble the Skewers

    Once the chicken is marinated, thread the chicken cubes, bell pepper pieces, and red onion wedges onto the soaked skewers, alternating between chicken and vegetables.

  3. 6

    Grill the Skewers

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve

    Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!

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