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Chicken Kebab

Tender marinated chicken cubes grilled on skewers for a quick, flavorful meal.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Servings: 6 skewers

Ingredients

  • 350 g skinless, boneless chicken breast 12 oz, cut into 16 equal cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for grilling (brush while grilling)
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil for the marinade
  • 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice
  • paprika 1/2 to 1 teaspoon, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped leaves

Instructions

  • Cut the chicken into 16 equal-sized cubes and pat them dry with paper towels.
  • In a mixing bowl combine 1½ tablespoons olive oil, 1½ tablespoons lemon juice, paprika (½–1 teaspoon), ½ teaspoon ground cumin, minced garlic, ¼ teaspoon salt, and chopped parsley to make the marinade.
  • Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, toss to coat, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Thread four pieces of marinated chicken onto each skewer, making a total of six skewers.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan over medium-high heat and brush the grates or pan with a little olive oil.
  • Grill the skewers for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally and brushing with the reserved 2 tablespoons olive oil, until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Remove from the grill and serve the kebabs hot.

Equipment

  • Grill or Grill Pan
  • metal or bamboo skewers
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Brush

Notes

  • If using bamboo skewers, soak them in cold water overnight to prevent burning.