Sizzling Chicken Skewers
Fire up the grill and delight your taste buds with these sizzling chicken skewers! Perfect for summertime barbecues or a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe features tender chunks of marinated chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and sweet red onions, all threaded onto wooden skewers for a colorful and flavorful presentation. The chicken is infused with a zesty yogurt-based marinade, spiced with paprika, cumin, coriander, and a hint of chili powder, ensuring every bite is juicy and packed with bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Ready in just 35 minutes (plus marinating time), these skewers are an effortless yet impressive dish that’s sure to be the centerpiece of your meal. Serve hot off the grill alongside fresh salads, warm pita, or your favorite dipping sauces for a crowd-pleasing feast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Chicken breasts
- 0.5 cups Plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoons Paprika
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoons Ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoons Chili powder
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 large Red bell pepper
- 1 large Yellow bell pepper
- 1 large Red onion
- 8 pieces Wooden skewers
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes, approximately 1-1.5 inches in size.
In a mixing bowl, combine yogurt, olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, chili powder, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, mixing well to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to overnight for more flavor.
Soak the wooden skewers in water for 20 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill.
While the chicken marinates, prepare the vegetables: Cut the bell peppers and red onion into roughly 1-inch pieces.
Preheat your grill (or grill pan) to medium-high heat.
Thread the chicken, bell peppers, and red onion onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating pieces for a colorful presentation.
Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 12-15 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes to ensure even cooking.
Check that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to guarantee it's fully cooked.
Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for 2-3 minutes before serving. Serve sizzling hot with your favorite dipping sauce or side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1666 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.9 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 566 mg | 189% | |
| Sodium | 2992 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.1 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 223.0 g | 446% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 418 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1569 mg | 33% | |
*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.
