Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsUrban KitchenChicken Shish Kabob Recipe

Chicken Shish Kabob Recipe

Inspired by Urban Kitchen
Time1h
Serves4

(complete) chunks of chicken with fresh vegetables on a skewer grilled served over rice

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Ingredients

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Protein

Rice

Method

Preparation of Chicken and Vegetables

  1. 1

    Cut Chicken and Vegetables

    Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch cubes. Chop the bell peppers and red onion into similar-sized pieces. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare Marinade

    In a bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

Skewering and Grilling

  1. 3

    Assemble Kabobs

    Once marinated, thread the chicken, bell peppers, red onion, and cherry tomatoes onto skewers, alternating between chicken and vegetables.

  2. 4

    Preheat Grill

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

  3. 5

    Grill Kabobs

    Place the assembled skewers on the grill. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.

Cooking Rice

  1. 6

    Rinse Rice

    Rinse the long-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

  2. 7

    Cook Rice

    In a saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.

Serving

  1. 8

    Plate the Dish

    Serve the grilled chicken shish kabobs over a bed of fluffy rice. Optionally, garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or a squeeze of lemon juice.

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