Chicken Veggie Skewers (Printable)

Grilled chicken and colorful vegetables combine for a fast, flavorful, and healthy main dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 inch cubes

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
04 - 1 zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
05 - 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
06 - 7 oz cherry tomatoes

→ Marinade

07 - 2 tbsp olive oil
08 - 2 tbsp lemon juice
09 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
10 - 1 tsp dried oregano
11 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
12 - ½ tsp salt
13 - ¼ tsp black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl to create the marinade.
02 - Add chicken cubes to the marinade and toss to coat thoroughly. Let rest for 10 minutes or up to 1 hour to enhance flavor.
03 - Heat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot.
04 - Alternate threading chicken, bell peppers, zucchini, onion, and cherry tomatoes onto skewers.
05 - Cook skewers for 12 to 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is fully cooked and vegetables show slight charring.
06 - Remove from grill and serve immediately with a complementary side dish.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and healthy meal
  • Gluten-Free and flavorful
02 -
  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken up to 8 hours in advance
  • Substitute vegetables as desired (e.g., mushrooms, eggplant)
03 -
  • Use metal or soaked wooden skewers to prevent burning
  • Turn the skewers occasionally for even cooking
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