Bring the summer to your plate with these delicious Greek chicken kabobs from the BBQ. Taste the authentic Mediterranean flavors with the tender chicken marinated in olive oil, lemon juice, and aromatic herbs.
This is the perfect dish for sultry summer evenings. Make this recipe quickly and introduce yourself to the delicious Greek kitchen. You will enjoy this!
Enjoy juicy Greek chicken skewers from the BBQ - Delicious Mediterranean dish!
Are you having a BBQ tonight, and are you in the mood for an easy and delicious recipe? Then take a quick look here because this is tender, has a lot of flavor, and is very easy to make.
The chicken is seasoned with delicious Mediterranean herbs and then grilled to perfection. The combination of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs such as oregano and dill gives the chicken a lot of flavor. Let the marinade do its job well, and make sure that the chicken comes to taste in the refrigerator for at least a few hours (but overnight is also possible).
As a result, the flavors penetrate deeply into the meat, making this much tastier.
Turn the grill on!
And then the fun part. Thread the meat onto the skewers, light the BBQ, and place the skewers on the grill grate. And take a moment to smell the delicious smell of the skewers (am I the only one who likes to smell the BBQ smells so much?).
Turn the skewers halfway through and grill until the meat is done. I serve the skewers with some pieces of lemon and garnish with some fresh oregano.
Together with some freshly baked bread, tzatziki, and a Greek salad, you have a delicious easy evening meal.
What do you need for Tender and Juicy Chicken Kebabs - Greek Style?
To prepare this Greek Chicken Kabobs, you require the following ingredients. You can find the correct amounts in the recipe card at the bottom of the blog:
- Chicken breast: For this recipe, I used chicken breast. But chicken breast fillets are, of course, also possible.
- Red onion: has a deep red, almost purple skin, slightly thinner than the skin of a regular onion. It is less sharp in taste. Here it is used in the marinade and roasted crispy on the skewers.
- Olive oil: use extra virgin olive oil with a fruity flavor.
- Garlic: One of the seasonings in the marinade. Raw garlic is spicy, slightly sweet, and aromatic. But after roasting, it becomes wonderfully soft in taste.
- Oregano: It has a spicy aromatic taste and a little spice. It is a herb commonly used in the Mediterranean cuisines of Greece and Italy.
- Dill: A soft herb with delicate needle-like leaves. It has a slightly sweet lemon and vinegary taste.
- Lemon juice: Makes the meat tender and provides a fresh touch of citrus.
- Paprika powder: Has a spicy taste.
- Red pepper: Provides a little spice.
How to prepare Grilled Greek Chicken Skewers
You can find a printable recipe with a step-by-step description at the bottom of this blog.
- Make a marinade by mixing the olive oil with squeezed garlic, oregano, dill, lemon juice, paprika, pepper, and red onion.
- Mix the chicken cubes (about 1 × 1 inch (2 x 2 cm)) with the marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and leave to marinate for at least 8 hours (or overnight).
- Thread the chicken onto the skewers, alternating with the onion wedges. If you don't grill them right away, cover them with plastic wrap and store them in the fridge until ready to use.
- Ensure the BBQ is hot and grill the skewers on all sides for 5 to 8 minutes until cooked. When the core temperature is 158 – 162 °F (70 and 72 °C), the chicken is ready and you can eat it.
Serve with some lemon wedges and sprinkle with fresh herbs. Delicious with a homemade baguette, a Greek salad, and homemade tzatziki.
Tips, Substitutions, and Variations
- You can add bell pepper or cherry tomatoes instead of red onion (or in addition).
- Add ½ teaspoon of chili flakes to the marinade if you like spicy.
- Herbs: Besides oregano and dill (or instead of ), you can also use basil, rosemary, or thyme.
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📖 Recipe
RECIPE CARD
Ingredients
Marinade
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dill
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon paprika powder
- ½ red chili pepper, without seeds, finely chopped
Chicken skewers
- 1 pound chicken breast, in cubes of 1 x 1 inches (2 x 2 cm)
- 1 red onion, peeled and cut into wedges
Instructions
- Mix the olive oil, garlic, oregano, dill, lemon juice, paprika, and pepper in a large bowl.3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon dill, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, ½ teaspoon paprika powder, ½ red chili pepper
- Add the chicken to the bowl and stir well to coat each piece of chicken with the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours.1 pound chicken breast
- Thread the chicken fillet cubes onto a skewer, alternating with the red onion segments.1 red onion
- Cook the skewers, turning occasionally, for 5 to 8 minutes until cooked through. The core temperature is between 158–162 °F (70 and 72 °C).
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can add bell pepper or cherry tomatoes instead of red onion (or in addition).
- Add ½ teaspoon of chili flakes to the marinade if you like spicy.
- Herbs: Besides oregano and dill (or instead of), you can also use basil, rosemary, or thyme.
- Refrigerator: Store the skewers uncooked and covered in the fridge for up to 2 days. You can also keep them baked in the refrigerator for up to 2 days (covered with plastic wrap).
- Freezer: Make the Greek chicken skewers and store them in a freezer box. Baked or unbaked, they will keep for up to a month. Let thaw in the refrigerator. TIP: put baking paper between the skewers, so you can easily remove them from the freezer box.
Nutrition
Mary says
I am so excited to try these. I am going to freeze them as you suggest and then thaw them when needed. Great for meal planners!
Andréa says
I also make sure that I've got some in my freezer for easy weeknight BBQ dinners!