Paleo Grilled Mediterranean Meat Skewers
Elevate your summer grilling game with these Paleo Grilled Mediterranean Meat Skewers, a vibrant and healthy recipe bursting with flavor! Tender, marinated chicken breast pairs perfectly with fresh veggies like zucchini, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes, all threaded onto wooden skewers and grilled to smoky perfection. The marinade—a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and Mediterranean spices like oregano, thyme, cumin, and smoked paprika—infuses every bite with irresistible, herbaceous depth. Perfect for paleo diets, these skewers are gluten-free, dairy-free, and loaded with protein and colorful nutrients. Ready in just 35 minutes, they’re ideal for a quick dinner or outdoor gathering. Serve these savory skewers with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an authentic Mediterranean touch that’s sure to impress! Keywords: paleo meat skewer recipe, Mediterranean grilled chicken, healthy summer grilling ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds chicken breast
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 whole red onion, large
- 2 whole zucchini, medium
- 2 whole bell peppers, red and yellow
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 12 pieces wooden skewers
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the marinade over the chicken cubes and mix well to ensure each piece is coated. Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to overnight for more flavor.
While the chicken is marinating, soak the wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill.
Chop the red onion, zucchini, and bell peppers into 1-inch pieces to match the size of the chicken.
Thread the chicken, vegetables, and cherry tomatoes onto the skewers, alternating between chicken and vegetables.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1646 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.8 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.8 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 585 mg | 195% | |
| Sodium | 4656 mg | 202% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.1 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.3 g | ||
| Protein | 203.1 g | 406% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 315 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 4414 mg | 94% | |
*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.
