Memorial Day Grilled Herb-Marinated Chicken Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-12 · Updated 2026-05-12

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Tender chicken skewers marinated in fresh herbs and lemon, perfect for a Memorial Day cookout. This American-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 80 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, olive oil, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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: 70 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 American cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
8 wooden skewers, soaked

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Instructions

Step 1: Cut 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs into 1-inch cubes and place in a bowl. Add 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix well and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto 8 soaked wooden skewers evenly.
Step 3: Grill the skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.