Heart-Healthy Grilled Chicken Skewers with Lemon Herb Marinade
Elevate your weeknight meals with these Heart-Healthy Grilled Chicken Skewers with Lemon Herb Marinade—a vibrant, protein-packed dish bursting with fresh, zesty flavors. Tender chunks of lean, boneless chicken breast soak up a marinade of lemon juice, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and fragrant fresh herbs like parsley, rosemary, and thyme, ensuring each bite is deliciously aromatic. Perfect for grilling enthusiasts, this quick-cooking recipe ensures juicy, charred perfection in just 15 minutes, while soaking wooden skewers adds ease to your BBQ preparation. Ideal for summer gatherings or light, wholesome dinners, these skewers pair wonderfully with crisp salads or roasted veggies. Plus, the low-fat, nutrient-rich ingredients make this dish a winning choice for heart-healthy eating!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 whole lemons
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 whole garlic cloves
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 12 pieces wooden skewers
Instructions
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and set them aside in a large bowl.
Zest and juice the lemons, keeping the zest and juice separate.
In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic (from the garlic cloves), chopped parsley, thyme leaves, chopped rosemary, black pepper, sea salt, and red pepper flakes to create the marinade.
Pour the marinade over the chicken cubes and add the lemon zest. Mix well to ensure the chicken is thoroughly coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to marinate, or up to 4 hours for more intense flavor.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto the soaked skewers, distributing evenly.
Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the chicken skewers hot, garnished with additional fresh herbs or a wedge of lemon if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1571 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.7 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.1 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 1692 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.8 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 218.4 g | 437% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 163 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2143 mg | 46% | |
*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.
