How To Make Juicy Greek Chicken Kabobs At Home
These Greek chicken kabobs are juicy, flavorful, and perfect for grilling season. Marinated in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, the chicken is threaded onto skewers with fresh vegetables for a delicious Mediterranean-inspired meal. Serve with tzatziki sauce, warm pita bread, or a fresh Greek salad.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs 700 g boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 red bell pepper cut into chunks
- 1 green bell pepper cut into chunks
- 1 red onion cut into wedges
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken cubes to the marinade, toss well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours for best flavor).
- Preheat grill (or grill pan) to medium-high heat.
- Thread marinated chicken, bell peppers, and onion onto skewers, alternating for color.
- Grill skewers for 12–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is fully cooked (165°F / 74°C internal temperature).
- Serve hot with tzatziki sauce, pita bread, or a fresh Greek salad.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 20–30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- You can also bake kabobs at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes if you don’t have a grill.
- Add zucchini, cherry tomatoes, or mushrooms for extra veggies.
- For meal prep, store leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days.