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Grilled Lemon Chicken Skewers

Serve with Basil Vinaigrette.
Cuisine Greek
Keyword chicken, chicken skewers
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 skewers
Calories 238kcal
Author Cheri Liefeld

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 6 garlic cloves roughly chopped
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • 1 lemon cut into wedges/sliced for serving
  • 5 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 1/4-inch cube

Instructions

  • Combine the seasoning, olive oil red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, oregano, garlic, and lemon juice in a bowl; whisk to combine. Add in the chicken. Cover and chill at least 1 hour.

    Prepare grill over medium-high heat. Thread chicken pieces on skewers, dividing equally. Discard marinade in the bowl.

    Grill chicken until golden brown and cooked through, turning skewers occasionally, 10 to 12 minutes total. Transfer skewers to platter. Serve with basil vinaigrette and extra lemon wedges.
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Notes

If using wooden skewers, soak for 30 minutes in water, prior to adding chicken.