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Quick 20-Minute Grilled Chicken Kebabs

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A fast and flavorful grilled chicken kebabs recipe perfect for BBQs and weeknight dinners, ready in just 20 minutes with simple ingredients and a zesty marinade.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 medium bell peppers, assorted colors, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 large red onion, cut into chunks
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Wooden or metal skewers (if wooden, soak in water for at least 30 minutes)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts, then cut into roughly 1-inch cubes.
  2. Chop the bell peppers and red onion into similar-sized chunks.
  3. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
  5. Toss the chicken cubes and chopped vegetables into the marinade, coating them evenly. Let sit while you preheat the grill.
  6. Alternate threading chicken pieces, bell pepper chunks, and onion onto each skewer, aiming for 4-5 pieces per skewer with space between for even cooking.
  7. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). If using a grill pan, preheat on medium-high heat.
  8. Grill the kebabs for 5-6 minutes per side, turning carefully with tongs, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  9. Let the kebabs rest off the heat for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F for safety. Keep a spray bottle of water nearby to control flare-ups. Rearrange or remove veggies if they cook faster than chicken. Kebabs can be broiled in the oven if no grill is available.

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