Description
Transport your taste buds to Greece with these delectable Greek Chicken Kabobs! Marinated in a zesty blend of yogurt, garlic, and oregano, this dish features juicy chicken pieces grilled alongside vibrant bell peppers and zucchini. Perfect for backyard barbecues or weeknight dinners, these kabobs are not only a feast for the senses but also incredibly easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs), cubed
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 red bell peppers, chopped into chunks
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced thickly
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Add the cubed chicken to the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 24 hours for enhanced flavor).
- Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers, alternating with bell pepper chunks and zucchini slices.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F) and lightly oil the grates.
- Grill skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kabob (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg