Last Minute Kabobs
Whip up a vibrant, flavorful meal in no time with these Last Minute Kabobs—perfect for busy nights or impromptu gatherings! Featuring tender marinated chicken breast and a medley of fresh vegetables like zucchini, red bell pepper, red onion, and juicy cherry tomatoes, these skewers pack both color and taste into every bite. A quick homemade marinade of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and aromatic spices like paprika and oregano ensures bold, zesty flavors with minimal prep time. Ready in just 27 minutes total, this easy grilling recipe is ideal for summer barbecues, weeknight dinners, or meal prep. Serve these kabobs warm with your favorite dipping sauces or sides for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing dish that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Keywords: easy grilled kabobs, chicken skewers, quick kabob recipe, healthy grilling ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 medium red onion
- 12 cherry tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 bamboo or metal skewers
Instructions
If using bamboo skewers, soak them in water for 10 minutes to prevent burning.
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized cubes, approximately 1 inch in size.
Slice the zucchini into thick half-moons, the red bell pepper into 1-inch pieces, and the red onion into wedges.
Mince the garlic cloves.
In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
Add the cubed chicken, zucchini, red bell pepper, and red onion to the bowl with the marinade. Toss to coat everything evenly.
Thread the marinated chicken, vegetables, and cherry tomatoes onto the skewers, alternating ingredients for a colorful presentation.
Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and has clear juices (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Remove the kabobs from the grill and let them rest for a minute before serving.
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.1 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 390 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 7698 mg | 335% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.0 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.7 g | 113% | |
| Total Sugars | 85.9 g | ||
| Protein | 150.5 g | 301% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 407 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 7013 mg | 149% | |
*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.
