Grilled Mediterranean Meat Skewers
Transport your taste buds to the sunny coasts of the Mediterranean with these vibrant Grilled Mediterranean Meat Skewers! Featuring tender, marinated boneless chicken thighs paired with sweet red onion and colorful bell peppers, this recipe brings bold and aromatic flavors to your grill. A zesty marinade infused with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, cumin, and smoked paprika ensures every bite is bursting with a delightful Mediterranean flair. Perfectly charred and juicy, these skewers are quick to prepare, cooking in just 15 minutes, and make an impressive centerpiece for casual cookouts or weeknight dinners. Garnished with fresh parsley and served alongside pita bread and tzatziki, they deliver a complete taste of the Mediterranean that's sure to thrill your guests. Craft these healthy, crowd-pleasing skewers and let the irresistible aroma of grilling transport you to culinary paradise!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 600 grams boneless chicken thighs
- 1 large red onion
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 large yellow bell pepper
- 60 ml olive oil
- 30 ml lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 15 grams fresh parsley
- 12 pieces wooden skewers
Instructions
Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill.
Cut the boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces, roughly 1.5-inch each.
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic cloves, dried oregano, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the marinade.
Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably 2-3 hours for enhanced flavor.
While the chicken is marinating, prepare the vegetables by chopping the red onion, red bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper into chunks similar in size to the chicken pieces.
Once marinated, thread the chicken alternating with pieces of red onion, red bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper onto the soaked wooden skewers.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking on all sides. The chicken should be cooked through with a nice char and an internal temperature of at least 75°C (165°F).
Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy the skewers with a side of pita bread and tzatziki.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1733 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.2 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.2 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 520 mg | 173% | |
| Sodium | 2794 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.5 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.9 g | ||
| Protein | 127.9 g | 256% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 231 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 2579 mg | 55% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
