Lemon-Herb Grilled Chicken Skewers with Cherry Tomatoes

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-07 · Updated 2026-04-07

Juicy chicken marinated in zesty lemon and herb blend, threaded with vibrant cherry tomatoes and bell peppers for a vibrant summer grill masterpiece. This american-inspired grilling ready in about 37 minutes pairs boneless chicken breast, lemon, olive oil 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

• 1.5 lbs boneless chicken breast
• 1 lemon
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1/2 red onion
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Zest and juice 1 lemon; whisk zest, juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a bowl until emulsified.
2. Step 2: Cut 1.5 lbs boneless chicken breast into 1-inch cubes; toss in the marinade until fully coated, then refrigerate for 20 minutes.
3. Step 3: Thread 1.5 lbs marinated chicken cubes, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 1/2 thinly sliced red onion onto 8 skewers, alternating ingredients.
4. Step 4: Preheat grill to medium-high (375°F). Place skewers on grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F and vegetables are tender with light char.
5. Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices.