Herb Chicken Skewers
Juicy chicken pieces marinated in a fragrant blend of fresh herbs and lemon, grilled to golden perfection for a vibrant and aromatic meal. This Mediterranean-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breast, olive oil, fresh parsley 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
- 1.5 lbs, cut into 1-inch cubes chicken breast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup, finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup, finely chopped fresh basil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes, with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 cup fresh parsley, 1/2 cup fresh basil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix well to coat the chicken.
- Step 2: Thread the chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.
- Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning once, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred on the edges.
