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Lemon Basil Chicken Skewers (Grill or Oven)

Lemon Basil Chicken Skewers

Delicious Lemon Basil Chicken Skewers, perfect for grilling or baking, combining fresh flavors in a simple, easy recipe.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves packed
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 medium bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces (any color)
  • 1 medium red onion cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 medium zucchini sliced into rounds

Equipment

  • grill
  • skewers
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine fresh basil leaves, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper; mix well to create the marinade.
  2. Add chicken cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  3. Thread the marinated chicken, bell pepper pieces, red onion pieces, and zucchini rounds onto skewers.
  4. Grill skewers over medium heat for about 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. Alternatively, bake in the oven if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 12g

Notes

For a different flavor, swap basil with cilantro or parsley. You can also add chili flakes for heat or use shrimp instead of chicken for a seafood variation.

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