Grilled Lemon-Oregano Skewers with Cherry Tomatoes

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Juicy chicken thighs marinated in lemon and oregano, threaded with cherry tomatoes and grilled to perfection. This Greek recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, lemon, dried oregano for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 259 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: 30 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 259 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 2 tbsp olive oil, the zest of 1 lemon, 1 tsp dried oregano, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to create a marinade.
  2. Step 2: Pat 1 lb chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then add to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high (375°F). Thread the marinated chicken thighs and 1 cup cherry tomatoes alternately onto metal or soaked wooden skewers, leaving space between pieces.
  4. Step 4: Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken reaches 165°F internally and tomatoes are slightly charred.
  5. Step 5: Remove from grill and rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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