Grilled Herb-Marinated Chicken Skewers with Lemon Zest

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Tender chicken skewers marinated in fresh herbs and lemon zest, grilled to juicy perfection for a vibrant summer meal. This Mediterranean-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, fresh rosemary leaves, fresh thyme leaves 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 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cut 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs into 1-inch cubes and place in a large bowl. Add 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tbsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix thoroughly to coat the chicken evenly and marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  2. Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, leaving a small gap between pieces for even cooking.
  3. Step 3: Place skewers on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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