Description
Easy Marinated Chicken Kebabs are a delicious and effortless way to enjoy juicy, flavor-packed chicken. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation, these kebabs make for an excellent addition to your dinner table or summer barbecues. The marinade, crafted from yogurt and spices, infuses the chicken with robust flavors while keeping it tender. Serve these kebabs alongside rice, fresh salad, or your favorite dipping sauces for a meal that everyone will love. Perfect for meal prep or quick weeknight dinners, this recipe is versatile and sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into chunks)
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp oregano (dried, or 1 tbsp fresh)
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Optional: 1 cup red onion and bell pepper (or any vegetables of choice)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine yogurt, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, tomato paste, paprika, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well blended.
- Add chicken pieces (and vegetables if desired) to the marinade. Ensure thorough coating.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight for best flavor.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking tray with aluminum foil.
- Thread marinated chicken onto metal skewers (alternating with vegetables if using).
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for a charred finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg