Description
Delicious and healthy Chicken Kabobs featuring marinated boneless skinless chicken breasts and vibrant grilled vegetables, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal. These kabobs are marinated to infuse rich flavors and grilled to tender perfection, making a great option for a summer barbecue or an easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Marinade and Chicken
- 1 ¼ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Vegetables
- 2 small zucchini, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped into even pieces
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped into even pieces
- 1 small onion, chopped into even pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for drizzling vegetables)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a zip-top bag or mixing bowl, combine olive oil, low sodium soy sauce, lemon juice, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to combine all the flavors.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces into the marinade. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor infusion.
- Prepare Wooden Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in warm water for at least 20 minutes before grilling to prevent burning during cooking.
- Prepare Vegetables: Slice zucchini and chop red and yellow bell peppers and onion into even pieces to ensure they cook uniformly. Drizzle vegetables with olive oil and season with salt and pepper, tossing to coat evenly.
- Assemble Kabobs: Thread the marinated chicken pieces and vegetables alternately onto each skewer, ensuring even distribution of meat and veggies for balanced grilling.
- Grill Kabobs: Preheat grill to medium heat. Place kabobs on the grill and cook for 12-18 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish and Serve: Once cooked, remove kabobs from grill, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve hot for a delightful meal.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken longer enhances flavor; overnight marination is ideal.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is safely cooked.
- If you don’t have a grill, kabobs can be cooked under a broiler or on a grill pan stovetop.
- Soaking wooden skewers prevents them from burning during grilling.
- Vegetables can be varied depending on seasonality and preference.
