Description
Juicy Greek‑herbed chicken kabobs marinated in lemon, garlic, and oregano, skewered and grilled to perfection for a bright, party‑ready dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1‑inch cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Optional 2 tbsp crumbled feta or Greek yogurt
- Optional pine nuts or chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium‑high (450°F).
- Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Toss chicken cubes in the mixture; marinate 10–15 minutes at room temperature.
- Thread chicken onto skewers, leaving gaps between cubes.
- Grill skewers 3–4 minutes per side, turning once, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Brush remaining sauce over kabobs during last minute of grilling.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges, optional feta or yogurt topping, and tzatziki.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek