Grilled Herb-Marinated Chicken Skewers with Red Pepper Sauce

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Juicy grilled chicken skewers marinated in fresh herbs served with a vibrant red pepper dipping sauce, perfect for summer cookouts. This Mediterranean-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, fresh lemon juice 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: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb chicken breast cubes to the marinade and toss well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, prepare the red pepper sauce by blending 1 large roasted and peeled red bell pepper with 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp red chili flakes, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and 1 tbsp honey until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers.
  5. Step 5: Grill the chicken skewers for 4-5 minutes per side until charred at the edges and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F.
  6. Step 6: Serve the skewers hot with the red pepper sauce on the side for dipping.

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