Grilled Herb-Marinated Chicken Skewers with Lemon Garlic Sauce
Juicy grilled chicken thighs marinated in fresh herbs and served with a tangy lemon garlic sauce, perfect for outdoor gatherings. This Mediterranean-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, olive oil, fresh rosemary, chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 8 wooden skewers, soaked
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Instructions
- Step 1: Cut 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs into 1.5-inch pieces. In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 4 cloves minced garlic, 1 tsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add chicken pieces and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, leaving a little space between pieces.
- Step 3: Grill the chicken skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the edges develop a slight char. Remove from grill and let rest 5 minutes before serving.









