Description
These vibrant Healthy Skewers are loaded with tender chicken and colorful vegetables, marinated in a zesty lemon-garlic mix, then grilled to perfection. They’re light, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 large red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into thick half-moons
- 1 large red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and vegetables, tossing to coat.
- Soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes if using.
- Thread marinated ingredients onto skewers, alternating pieces.
- Grill skewers for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked and veggies are charred.
- Drizzle with lemon juice or sprinkle fresh herbs before serving.
- Serve warm with desired sides.
Notes
- Use two skewers for stability when flipping.
- Try different vegetables or protein swaps like shrimp or tofu.
- Double the batch for meal prep or larger gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (1/4 recipe)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: healthy skewers, grilled chicken skewers, summer recipes, vegetable skewers, lemon garlic skewers