Description
Middle Eastern green chicken skewers bring zesty herb-packed flavors straight from Lebanese cuisine. Marinated with parsley, cilantro, and garlic, these succulent grilled kebabs promise a delightful culinary journey you’ll savor with every tender bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (454 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breast
Herbs and Spices:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Vegetables and Oils:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 red onion, cut into chunks
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant marinade by whisking olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until thoroughly blended.
- Slice chicken breasts into uniform bite-sized chunks, then immerse completely in the prepared marinade. Ensure each piece is evenly coated. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to intensify flavor absorption.
- During marination, chop bell peppers and red onions into comparable-sized chunks to create visual and cooking consistency.
- After marinating, carefully thread chicken, bell peppers, and red onions onto skewers, creating an attractive alternating pattern.
- Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high temperature (around 400°F). Position skewers strategically on cooking surface.
- Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, rotating periodically to achieve uniform charring and even cooking. Verify chicken’s doneness by checking internal color – meat should appear opaque white without pink sections.
- Transfer perfectly grilled skewers from heat. Plate immediately alongside complementary accompaniments like fluffy rice, herbed couscous, or crisp garden salad for a complete meal experience.
Notes
- Spice Intensity Tip: Adjust paprika and cumin levels to match personal heat preferences, starting with smaller quantities and gradually increasing for balanced flavor.
- Marinating Magic: Extend marinating time up to 4 hours for deeper flavor penetration, ensuring chicken remains tender and juicy without becoming mushy.
- Vegetarian Swap: Replace chicken with firm tofu, tempeh, or large vegetable chunks like zucchini and eggplant for a plant-based alternative that absorbs marinade beautifully.
- Grill Safety Hack: Use metal skewers for even heat distribution or soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning and potential flame flare-ups.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 265 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg