Charred Lemon-Oregano Chicken Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-04 · Updated 2026-07-04

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Juicy chicken thighs marinated in bright lemon juice and fragrant oregano, grilled to smoky perfection on skewers. This Greek-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, fresh lemon juice, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Greek cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb boneless chicken thighs
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp, chopped fresh oregano leaves
3, minced garlic cloves
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
6, soaked in water wooden skewers

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Instructions

Step 1: Cut 1 lb boneless chicken thighs into 1.5-inch pieces and place them in a large bowl. Add 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano leaves, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss well and marinate covered in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
Step 2: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated chicken pieces evenly onto 6 soaked wooden skewers.
Step 3: Grill the chicken skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until the edges are charred and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove from heat and let rest 5 minutes before serving.