Grilled Herb-Marinated Chicken Skewers with Red, White, and Blue Slaw

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-02 · Updated 2026-07-02

Juicy grilled chicken skewers marinated in fresh herbs paired with a vibrant cabbage slaw showcasing patriotic colors. This american-inspired grilling ready in about 52 minutes pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, 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 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup red cabbage, shredded
• 1 cup green cabbage, shredded
• 1 cup cauliflower florets, finely chopped
• 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 8 skewers wooden skewers, soaked

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp chopped rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped thyme, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cut 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and toss them in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Step 2: While the chicken marinates, prepare the slaw by mixing 1 cup shredded red cabbage, 1 cup shredded green cabbage, and 1 cup finely chopped cauliflower florets in a large bowl.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp honey, and 1 tbsp lemon juice until smooth and tangy. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss well to coat evenly.
4. Step 4: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, dividing evenly.
5. Step 5: Grill the chicken skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until the chicken is nicely charred at the edges and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
6. Step 6: Serve the grilled herb-marinated chicken skewers alongside a generous portion of the red, white, and blue slaw for a colorful, flavorful meal.