Stick-Up Skewers with Herb-Glazed Chicken

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

Colorful skewers of marinated chicken and vegetables, grilled to perfection and finished with a tangy herb glaze, mirroring the sturdy design of Stick-Up cameras. This mediterranean-inspired grilling ready in about 42 minutes pairs Chicken breast, Bell pepper, Zucchini for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 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

• 12 oz, cut into 1-inch cubes Chicken breast
• 1 medium, cut into 1-inch pieces Bell pepper
• 1 medium, cut into 1-inch rounds Zucchini
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 3 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp, chopped Fresh parsley
• 1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Add 12 oz cubed chicken breast and toss to coat. Marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature.
2. Step 2: Thread the marinated chicken, 1-inch bell pepper pieces, and 1-inch zucchini rounds onto skewers, alternating pieces. Brush any remaining marinade over the skewers.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high (375°F/190°C). Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender with slight char. Sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped parsley and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes before serving.