Copycat Street Fair Lemon Herb Chicken Skewers

Copycat Street Fair Lemon Herb Chicken Skewers

Discover this easy and delicious copycat recipe for street fair lemon herb chicken skewers, perfect for your next gathering.

πŸ•’ Prep: 15 minutes - Cook: 12 minutes - Total: 27 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: American

Allergens

Soy (hidden in some store-bought marinades), Gluten (hidden in some store-bought marinades)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Wooden or metal skewers

Instructions

  1. Cut the chicken into 1 inch cubes and thread onto wooden or metal skewers, making 6 skewers total.
  2. In a large bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Pour marinade over the chicken skewers, ensuring they are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
  4. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium high heat. Grill the skewers for 5 7 minutes per side, until cooked through and slightly charred.

Chef’s Insight

The secret to perfect grill marks is high heat and not moving the skewers around too much.

Notes

Feel free to add your favorite grilled vegetables or pineapple chunks for a tropical twist.

Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe draws inspiration from street-food vendors who often serve grilled chicken on skewers at fairs and events.