Description
These BBQ Chicken Skewers are juicy, colorful, and packed with Mediterranean flavors. Perfect for grilling season or weeknight dinners — they’re easy to prep, cook quickly, and are loved by all ages!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
1.3 lbs (600g) chicken breasts, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
8–10 wooden skewers
1 large red bell pepper, cut into chunks
1 large yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
1 medium red onion, cut into quarters
1 cup cherry tomatoes (optional)
For the Mediterranean Marinade:
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon honey
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Soak: Place wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.
- Marinade Magic: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, oregano, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Marinate: Add cubed chicken to the marinade and toss until every piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for maximum flavor.
- Assemble: Thread marinated chicken alternately with bell pepper chunks, red onion pieces, and cherry tomatoes onto soaked skewers, creating colorful patterns.
- Grill: Preheat grill to medium heat (about 375°F). Cook skewers for 12-15 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes, until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F and has beautiful char marks.
- Serve: Let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving. Drizzle with any remaining marinade or serve with tzatziki sauce!
Notes
- Make-Ahead Tip: These BBQ Chicken Skewers can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Just bring to room temperature before grilling.
- Cooking Alternatives: No grill? No problem! Bake at 425°F for 15–18 minutes, or air fry at 400°F for 12–14 minutes, turning halfway through.
- Vegetable Variations: Feel free to substitute zucchini, mushrooms, or pineapple chunks for different flavor profiles. The marinade works beautifully with any combination!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: BBQ chicken skewers, Mediterranean chicken kabobs, grilled chicken skewers, healthy summer grilling