Here’s a simple, juicy Chicken Skewers recipe—perfect for grilling, oven, or stovetop 🍗🔥
Chicken Skewers (Serves 4)
Ingredients
Chicken
- 500 g (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1–2 inch cubes
Marinade
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano or thyme
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional: ½ tsp chili flakes for heat
Optional Extras
- Bell peppers, onion, zucchini (cut into similar-sized chunks)
Instructions
- Marinate
- Combine olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and spices.
- Toss chicken cubes (and optional veggies) in marinade.
- Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes, preferably 2–3 hours.
- Prepare skewers
- If using wooden skewers, soak in water 20–30 minutes.
- Thread chicken (and veggies) evenly onto skewers.
- Cook
Grill: Medium-high heat, 10–12 minutes, turning every 3–4 minutes.
Oven: Preheat 200°C / 400°F, bake 15–20 minutes, turning halfway.
Stovetop: Heat a grill pan or skillet, cook 10–12 minutes, turning frequently. - Serve
- Optional: squeeze of lemon, sprinkle of fresh herbs, or a dipping sauce like tzatziki, yogurt, or garlic mayo.
Tips for Juicy Chicken
- Cut pieces evenly so they cook uniformly
- Don’t overcook; chicken cooks quickly on skewers
- Marinate longer for more flavor
Variations
- Teriyaki: Soy sauce, ginger, garlic, honey
- Mediterranean: Olive oil, lemon, oregano, garlic, paprika
- Spicy: Add chili powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne
- Vegetarian: Swap chicken with halloumi, mushrooms, and bell peppers
I can also give you a quick 15-minute stovetop version that’s almost like grilled flavor if you want.
Do you want me to do that?
