Name: Grilled Chicken Skewers with Zesty Herb Sauce
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes; 3 tbsp olive oil (for marinade); 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (for marinade); 3 cloves garlic, minced (for marinade); 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp dried oregano; Salt and black pepper to taste; 2 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange), cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch wedges; 1 pint cherry tomatoes; 1 medium zucchini or yellow squash, sliced into 1-inch chunks; 1/2 cup packed fresh parsley, roughly chopped (for sauce); 1/4 cup packed fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (for sauce); 2 tbsp packed fresh mint, roughly chopped (for sauce); 1 clove garlic, minced (for sauce); 1 tsp lemon zest (for sauce); 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (for sauce); 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (for sauce); 1 tbsp red wine vinegar (for sauce); 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for sauce); 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for sauce); Salt and black pepper to taste (for sauce); 4-6 cups mixed greens (for serving)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1
Prepare the chicken marinade: In a medium bowl, combine chicken cubes with 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours.
2
Soak wooden skewers (if using) in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
3
Assemble the skewers: Thread marinated chicken and prepared vegetables onto the soaked skewers, alternating components. Don't pack them too tightly.
4
Make the Zesty Herb Sauce: In a small food processor or blender, combine parsley, cilantro, mint, 1 minced garlic clove, lemon zest, 3 tbsp lemon juice, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey (if using), red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Pulse until well combined but still slightly textured. Taste and adjust seasonings.
5
Preheat grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400-450°F / 200-230°C). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
6
Grill the skewers: Place skewers on the hot grill. Cook for 8-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C) and vegetables are tender-crisp with nice char marks. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
7
Serve: Remove skewers from grill and let rest for a few minutes. Serve over a bed of mixed greens, drizzled generously with the Zesty Herb Sauce. Garnish with optional feta or extra lemon wedges.

💡 Notes

For even juicier results, use boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Leftovers are excellent in salads or grain bowls. The sauce is versatile and also great on fish or roasted vegetables. To prevent chicken from drying out, use a meat thermometer and cook until just 165°F.

Grilled Chicken Skewers with Zesty Herb Sauce & Summer Greens

Grilled Chicken Skewers with Zesty Herb Sauce

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