Low Carb Grilled Chicken Skewers with Lemon Herb Marinade
Fire up your grill for these irresistible Low Carb Grilled Chicken Skewers with Lemon Herb Marinade—an easy, healthy, and flavor-packed recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or summer gatherings! Juicy, tender cubes of marinated chicken are infused with the bright zest of lemon, savory garlic, and fresh herbs like parsley, rosemary, and thyme. The quick 20-minute prep time and simple grilling technique ensure minimal effort with maximum payoff, while the low-carb profile makes it ideal for keto and gluten-free diets. Serve these mouthwatering skewers hot off the grill for a fresh, aromatic dish that bursts with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, and pair them with a crisp salad or roasted vegetables for a perfectly balanced meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.25 cup lemon juice
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 wooden skewers
Instructions
Begin by soaking wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning during grilling.
Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, salt, and black pepper to make the marinade.
Add the cubed chicken to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well-coated. Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, and up to 4 hours for maximum flavor.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. While the grill is heating, thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked skewers, distributing evenly.
Place skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice char, with an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the grilled chicken skewers hot, garnished with extra fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1662 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.7 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.5 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 578 mg | 193% | |
| Sodium | 2872 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.0 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 212.1 g | 424% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 121 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1931 mg | 41% | |
*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.
