Greek Island Chicken Shish Kebabs

Greek Island Chicken Shish Kebabs

These Greek-inspired shish kebabs are a nice change from ordinary grilled chicken. They are excellent served with pita bread, garlicky tzatziki, and a Greek salad. Lamb can be substituted for chicken, and many variations of vegetables can be used.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
2 hrs
Total Time:
2 hrs 30 mins
Yield:
6 skewers
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • ¼ cup white vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
  • 6 wooden skewers
  • 2 large green or red bell peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 large onion, quartered and separated into pieces
  • 12 cherry tomatoes
  • 12 fresh mushrooms

Directions

Step 1
Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, cumin, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add chicken and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap; marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Step 2
Meanwhile, soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before use.

Step 3
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.

Step 4
Remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess liquid; discard remaining marinade. Alternately thread chicken with bell peppers, onion, tomatoes, and mushrooms onto the skewers.

Step 5
Cook skewers on the preheated grill, turning frequently, until nicely browned on all sides and chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

290
Calories
13g
Fat
9g
Carbs
34g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 290
% Daily Value *
Total Fat13g 17%
Saturated Fat2g 12%
Cholesterol86mg 29%
Sodium181mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate9g 3%
Dietary Fiber2g 9%
Total Sugars3g
Protein34g
Vitamin C58mg 292%
Calcium42mg 3%
Iron2mg 12%
Potassium611mg 13%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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