Grilled Lemon-Zucchini Chicken Skewers

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-22 · Updated 2026-04-22

Bright, juicy chicken skewers with zucchini and bell pepper, finished with a zesty lemon-herb glaze. This american-inspired grilling ready in about 27 minutes pairs chicken thighs, medium zucchini, red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs chicken thighs
• 2 medium zucchini
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 lemon
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1.5 lbs chicken thighs cut into 1-inch cubes, 2 medium zucchini cut into 1-inch chunks, 1 red bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces, 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp lemon zest, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
2. Step 2: Thread the chicken and vegetables onto skewers, alternating pieces.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Place skewers on grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender with slight char.