Best 5 Best Ever Grilled Chicken Kebabs Recipes

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Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to grilled chicken kebabs, where succulent chicken skewers meet the irresistible allure of the grill. We present a diverse collection of recipes, each offering unique flavor profiles and culinary techniques to suit every palate. From the classic marinade-based kebabs to the innovative fajita-style skewers and the tangy lemon-herb kebabs, our recipes provide a delightful array of options for your grilling adventures.

**Lemon-Herb Grilled Chicken Kebabs:**

* A refreshing twist on the classic grilled chicken kebab, infused with the vibrant flavors of lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs.

**Fajita-Style Grilled Chicken Kebabs:**

* Inspired by the sizzling flavors of fajitas, these kebabs combine tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and a zesty marinade for a fiesta on a stick.

**Teriyaki Grilled Chicken Kebabs:**

* Embark on a culinary adventure to the Far East with these delectable kebabs, featuring chicken glazed in a rich and savory teriyaki sauce.

**Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken Kebabs:**

* A delightful symphony of sweet and tangy flavors, these kebabs are coated in a luscious honey mustard glaze, caramelized to perfection on the grill.

**Greek-Style Grilled Chicken Kebabs:**

* Transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of Greece with these kebabs, infused with aromatic Mediterranean herbs and tangy feta cheese.

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and impress your friends and family with these exceptional grilled chicken kebab recipes. Fire up the grill and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the harmonious union of chicken, vegetables, and irresistible flavors.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

YUMMY HONEY CHICKEN KABOBS



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Honey chicken kabobs with veggies. You can marinate overnight and make these kabobs for an outdoor barbecue as a tasty alternative to the usual barbecue fare! Fresh mushrooms and cherry tomatoes can also be used. (This can also be done in the broiler.)

Provided by Ann Marie

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Broiled

Time 2h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup vegetable oil
⅓ cup honey
⅓ cup soy sauce
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch cubes
2 cloves garlic
5 small onions, cut into 2 inch pieces
2 red bell peppers, cut into 2 inch pieces
skewers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together oil, honey, soy sauce, and pepper. Before adding chicken, reserve a small amount of marinade to brush onto kabobs while cooking. Place the chicken, garlic, onions and peppers in the bowl, and marinate in the refrigerator at least 2 hours (the longer the better).
  • Preheat the grill for high heat.
  • Drain marinade from the chicken and vegetables, and discard marinade. Thread chicken and vegetables alternately onto the skewers.
  • Lightly oil the grill grate. Place the skewers on the grill. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, until chicken juices run clear. Turn and brush with reserved marinade frequently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 44.8 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 442.3 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

MIDDLE EASTERN-STYLE GRILLED CHICKEN KABOBS



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You'll make these flavorful chicken kabobs all summer long.

Provided by Jennifer Segal

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons paprika
½ teaspoon cumin
⅛ teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (reduce to ½ teaspoon for less heat)
Zest from one lemon
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, from one lemon
1¾ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
5 garlic cloves, minced
2½ to 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of excess fat and cut into 1½-inch pieces (see note)
1 large red onion, cut into 1-inch chunks
Vegetable oil, for greasing the grill

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the yogurt, olive oil, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, red pepper flakes, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper and garlic.
  • Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy clean up. Thread the chicken onto metal skewers, folding if the pieces are long and thin, alternating with the red onions. Be sure not to cram the skewers. (Note: You'll need between 6-8 skewers.) Place the kabobs on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the marinade all over the meat, coating well. Cover and refrigerate at least eight hours or overnight.
  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. To grease the grill, lightly dip a wad of paper towels in vegetable oil and, using tongs, carefully rub over the grates several times until glossy and coated. Grill the chicken kabobs until golden brown and cooked through, turning the skewers occasionally, 13 to 15 minutes. (The yogurt marinade makes these kabobs prone to sticking to the grill grates; if necessary, use a metal BBQ spatula to scrape underneath the kabobs and release them.) Transfer the kabobs to a platter and serve.
  • Note: I've specified boneless skinless chicken thighs for this recipe; they're juicier and more flavorful than chicken breasts, and they work better in this type of yogurt and lemon-based marinade. They're also much easier to cook without drying out.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Fat 15g, Carbohydrate 6g, Protein 41g, SaturatedFat 3g, Sugar 3g, Fiber 1g, Sodium 871mg, Cholesterol 186mg

TURKISH CHICKEN KEBABS



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I'd like to think that all the chicken coming off American grills this summer will be as tasty, juicy, and tender as these Turkish chicken kebabs. By using a flavorful, yogurt-based marinade, like the one seen herein, even inexperienced grillers can produce impressive results. I'm not sure how 'Turkish' this is--it's loosely based on a lamb marinade I've used for a long time.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Middle Eastern     Turkish

Time 2h27m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup whole-milk Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, or more to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons ketchup
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Aleppo red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, halved
4 long metal skewers

Steps:

  • Whisk yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, ketchup, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, cumin, black pepper, paprika, and cinnamon together in a bowl.
  • Place chicken thigh halves into the yogurt marinade and coat them thoroughly on all sides. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate 2 to 8 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Using 2 skewers for each kebab, thread half of the chicken thighs onto each pair of skewers making a fairly thick "log" shape.
  • Place kebabs on grill. Do not try to turn them until they begin to unstick from the grill, 3 or 4 minutes. Turn kebabs and grill the other side 3 or 4 minutes; turn. Continue cooking and turning until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 6 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 538.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 186.3 mg, Fat 32.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 51.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 1721.6 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

GRILLED CHICKEN KABOBS



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Grill up some excitement with this great recipe. When tender chicken kabobs are flavored with La Choy® Stir-Fry Sauce and served over UNCLE BEN'S® READY RICE® Jasmine, delicious things happen.

Provided by Uncle Ben's

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     UNCLE BEN'S®

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

PAM® Grilling Spray
½ cup La Choy® Teriyaki Stir-Fry Sauce and Marinade
2 tablespoons La Choy® Soy Sauce
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1 cup cherry tomatoes
½ medium red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
8 (6 inch) bamboo skewers
2 (8.5 ounce) packages UNCLE BEN'S® READY RICE® Jasmine

Steps:

  • Spray cold grate of gas grill with cooking spray. Preheat to medium-high heat. Meanwhile, combine teriyaki sauce and soy sauce in small bowl.
  • Thread pieces of chicken and vegetables on each skewer. Grill 5 minutes; turn over and brush with sauce mixture. Grill 5 minutes more or until chicken is no longer pink in center and vegetables are tender. Turn again and brush second side with remaining sauce; grill until sauce is hot, being careful not to burn.
  • Heat rice according to package directions. Serve kabobs with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.5 calories, Carbohydrate 54.9 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 31.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 2111.1 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

BEST-EVER GRILLED CHICKEN KEBABS



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This recipe is very simple, very easy, and tastes better than anything you'll find in a restaurant. Seriously!

Provided by Axel8741

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lemon
1/4-1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
1 1/2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 pinch dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 large onion, cut into sections
1/2 lb grape tomatoes (they look like small, pear shaped cherry tomatoes, but they are much better on the grill, and taste)
2 red peppers, cut into 1 inch pieces

Steps:

  • Place chicken breast pieces in a bowl.
  • Pour in enough olive oil to completely cover pieces, squeeze the lemon over them, and then add the garlic, oregano, basil, rosemary, salt, and a couple of twists of cracked pepper.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Assemble kebabs, and grill until chicken is no longer pink, about 10-15 minutes depending on your grill.
  • Don't overcook them, though.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables for your skewers, such as bell peppers, onions, zucchini, and mushrooms.
  • Marinate your chicken for at least 30 minutes before grilling. This will help it to stay moist and flavorful.
  • If you are using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling. This will help to prevent them from burning.
  • Grill your chicken and vegetables over medium heat. This will help to prevent them from burning.
  • Cook your chicken until it is cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve your chicken kebabs with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tzatziki sauce or hummus.

Conclusion:

Grilled chicken kebabs are a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for summer gatherings. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of marinades and vegetables to choose from, you can create a kebab that is sure to please everyone.

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