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Grilled Chicken Kabobs

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Juicy chunks of marinated chicken and colorful vegetables are threaded onto skewers and grilled to smoky perfection. This easy, flavorful recipe is perfect for summer BBQs, weeknight dinners, or any gathering where you want a crowd-pleasing, healthy meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1 1/4-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 large garlic cloves, minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning blend
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 large red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1 1/4-inch pieces
  • 1 large yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1 1/4-inch pieces
  • 1 medium red onion, peeled and cut into 1 1/4-inch wedges
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
  • 8 ounces cremini or white mushrooms, halved if large (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. If using wooden/bamboo skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, honey, oregano, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes to make the marinade.
  3. Add chicken pieces to the bowl and toss well. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours for maximum flavor).
  4. While chicken marinates, cut vegetables into uniform 1 to 1 1/4-inch pieces.
  5. Preheat grill to medium-high (about 400°F). Oil the grates with a paper towel dipped in oil, held with tongs.
  6. Thread marinated chicken and veggies alternately onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
  7. Lay kabobs on the grill. Cook for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and veggies are lightly charred. Internal temp for chicken should reach 165°F.
  8. If you reserved a little marinade (that didn’t touch raw chicken), brush it on during the last minute for extra flavor. Remove kabobs to a platter and let rest for 3-5 minutes.
  9. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

For extra juiciness, use chicken thighs. Mix up veggies as desired—cherry tomatoes, squash, or pineapple work well. If using wooden skewers, soak them to prevent burning. Don’t overcrowd skewers for best grilling. Kabobs can be broiled in the oven if you don’t have a grill. Let kabobs rest before serving for maximum juiciness.

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