Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Kebabs are the perfect summer dinner! Grilled to perfection with a flavorful marinade of garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and parmesan cheese, these juicy chicken skewers are the ultimate combination of savory, smoky, and cheesy. Serve them with fresh vegetables, a creamy dip, or on their own for a crowd-pleasing meal that’s simple and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Chicken Marinade:
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized cubes
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¾ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- For the Kebabs:
- 1 large bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 large red onion, cut into chunks
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
- For the Parmesan Coating:
- ½ cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated for best results)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese. Add the chicken cubes and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours).
- Prepare the Vegetables: Cut the bell pepper and onion into chunks, about the same size as the chicken pieces.
- Assemble the Kebabs: Thread the marinated chicken and vegetables onto skewers, alternating between chicken and veggies.
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and brush the grates with oil.
- Grill the Kebabs: Grill for 5–7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Baste with leftover marinade during grilling for extra flavor.
- Add the Final Touches: Once grilled, sprinkle with more parmesan and fresh parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra smoky flavor, add some smoked paprika to the marinade.
- For juicier kebabs, use chicken thighs instead of breasts.
- Don’t overcrowd the skewers—this ensures even cooking and that the chicken stays juicy.
- For indoor grilling, a grill pan works perfectly to give the chicken those beautiful grill marks.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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