Ingredients
Scale
Gather your ingredients, and let’s bring a little Mediterranean magic to your kitchen. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1.5 pounds of chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
- Wooden or metal skewers
If you’re missing an ingredient or two, don’t worry! You can swap out the red bell pepper for zucchini or even add cherry tomatoes for a burst of sweetness. Remember, home cooking is all about adapting to what’s available.
Instructions
Ready to cook? Let’s get started with these easy steps:
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to create a marinade.
- Add the chicken cubes to the bowl, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
- Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 10 minutes to prevent burning.
- Thread the marinated chicken, red bell pepper, and red onion onto the skewers, alternating between the ingredients for a colorful pattern.
- Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice char.
- Once done, remove from heat and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Pro tip: If you’re grilling indoors like I often do, crack a window or turn on the fan. The smell of sizzling skewers is amazing, but the smoke alarm doesn’t need to join the party!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Mediterranean Chicken Skewers, recipe, cooking, food
