Guitar-String Lemon Garlic Chicken Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-08 · Updated 2026-08-08

Tender chicken skewers marinated in bright lemon and garlic, grilled to juicy perfection. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, lemon juice, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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, cut into 1-inch pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 3 tbsp, freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 6, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until combined.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb cut chicken thigh pieces to the marinade, tossing to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 3 hours.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated chicken pieces evenly onto 6 soaked wooden skewers.
4. Step 4: Grill the skewers for 4-5 minutes per side until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and has nice grill marks.
5. Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving with a wedge of lemon.