Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- Zest of 2 medium lemons
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (60 ml)
- 2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (60 ml)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Wooden or metal skewers (soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling)
Instructions
- Pat chicken cubes dry with paper towels
- Place chicken in a large mixing bowl
- Combine lemon zest, lemon juice, black pepper, garlic, olive oil, and salt in a small bowl
- Whisk marinade ingredients until well blended
- Pour marinade over chicken and toss to coat evenly
- Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat
- Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until chicken reaches 165°F and develops charred edges
Notes
- For extra moisture, baste skewers with olive oil while grilling
- Parsley adds brightness, but recipe works without it
- Skewers can also be baked at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes if grilling isn’t an option
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Grilled Chicken
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American