Ensure chicken pieces are uniform for even cooking. Marinate for at least 30 minutes for maximum flavor. Broil briefly for extra color and char.
Juicy Chicken Skewers: Easy Weeknight Meal
Tender, flavorful chicken cubes marinated in herbs and spices, threaded onto skewers, and cooked to juicy perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
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500 g / 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into cubes
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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½ teaspoon dried oregano
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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Wooden or metal skewers (soak wooden in water 30 minutes)
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Optional: chopped parsley, lemon wedges
Instructions
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Mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper for marinade.
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Toss chicken in marinade; refrigerate 30 min–2 hrs.
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Preheat grill, oven, or grill pan to medium-high.
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Thread chicken onto skewers with small gaps between pieces.
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Cook:
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Grill 10–12 min, turning occasionally.
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Oven: 200°C / 400°F, 15–18 min, turn halfway.
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Let rest 2–3 min; garnish with parsley and serve with lemon.