Chicken and Veggie Skewers (Printable)

Grilled chicken with vibrant vegetables, marinated for a quick, nutritious meal with bold flavors.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 1.1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
04 - 1 zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
05 - 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
06 - 7 oz cherry tomatoes

→ Marinade

07 - 2 tbsp olive oil
08 - 2 tbsp lemon juice
09 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
10 - 1 tsp dried oregano
11 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
12 - ½ tsp salt
13 - ¼ tsp black pepper

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
02 - Add chicken cubes to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let rest for 10 minutes, or up to 1 hour for enhanced flavor.
03 - Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high temperature.
04 - Alternate threading chicken, red and yellow bell peppers, zucchini, red onion, and cherry tomatoes onto skewers.
05 - Place skewers on the grill and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, turning occasionally until chicken is thoroughly cooked and vegetables have slight char marks.
06 - Remove from grill and serve immediately with your preferred side dish.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Quick and healthy meal
  • Gluten-Free and easy to prepare
02 -
  • Marinate chicken up to 8 hours in advance for extra flavor
  • Substitute vegetables as desired such as mushrooms or eggplant
03 -
  • Use fresh herbs in the marinade for more vibrant flavor
  • Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning
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