Spicy Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Skewers

Allergens

Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Soy-Free

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3 lemons)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 8 wooden or metal skewers

Instructions

1. Slice the chicken into 1 inch cubes and place in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne (if using) until well combined.
3. Pour the marinade over the chicken and massage it into the meat to ensure even coating.
4. Add the parsley, basil, and lemon zest to the marinade mixture. Mix well.
5. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
6. When ready to cook, preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high heat.
7. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers, discarding any remaining marinade.
8. Grill the skewers for 4 5 minutes per side or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center.
9. Remove from heat and let rest for a minute before serving.

Chef’s Insight

Experiment with different herb combinations to suit your taste preferences.

Notes

Adjust spice levels to your liking by adding more or less cayenne pepper.