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Tender Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Skewers

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Juicy and tender grilled chicken skewers marinated in a bright lemon and fresh herb blend, perfect for summer BBQs and quick dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • Juice of 2 medium lemons (about 1/4 cup)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or buttermilk (optional but recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • Salt (about 1 teaspoon) and freshly ground black pepper (about 1/2 teaspoon) to taste
  • Wooden or metal skewers (wooden skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes before grilling)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the chicken. Cut into uniform 1-inch cubes.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, oregano, Greek yogurt or buttermilk, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, toss to coat well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes up to 2 hours.
  4. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling.
  5. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
  6. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving space between pieces. Optionally alternate with bell pepper or cherry tomatoes.
  7. Grill skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once or twice, until grill marks appear and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  8. Remove skewers from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving with fresh lemon wedges and extra herbs if desired.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours for best tenderness. Avoid marinating longer than 4 hours to prevent the lemon from breaking down the chicken too much. Oil grill grates before cooking to prevent sticking. Let chicken rest after grilling to keep it juicy. If chicken chars too quickly, move skewers to a cooler part of the grill.

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