Grilled Mediterranean Meat Skewers

Elevate your grilling game with these vibrant Grilled Mediterranean Meat Skewers, a perfect blend of juicy marinated chicken and colorful vegetables. Featuring tender, bite-sized chicken thighs infused with a zesty marinade of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, and smoked paprika, this recipe delivers bold, authentic Mediterranean flavors in every bite. Alternated with chunks of sweet bell peppers and red onion on wooden skewers, these kebabs are grilled to smoky, charred perfection in just 15 minutes. Ideal for BBQs, weeknight dinners, or casual gatherings, these skewers are both visually stunning and irresistibly delicious. Serve them alongside warm pita bread and creamy tzatziki for a complete Mediterranean feast that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 600 grams boneless chicken thighs
• 1 large red onion
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 large yellow bell pepper
• 60 ml olive oil
• 30 ml lemon juice
• 3 garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 15 grams fresh parsley
• 12 pieces wooden skewers

Directions

Step 1

Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill.

Step 2

Cut the boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces, roughly 1.5-inch each.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic cloves, dried oregano, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the marinade.

Step 4

Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably 2-3 hours for enhanced flavor.

Step 5

While the chicken is marinating, prepare the vegetables by chopping the red onion, red bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper into chunks similar in size to the chicken pieces.

Step 6

Once marinated, thread the chicken alternating with pieces of red onion, red bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper onto the soaked wooden skewers.

Step 7

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking on all sides. The chicken should be cooked through with a nice char and an internal temperature of at least 75°C (165°F).

Step 9

Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy the skewers with a side of pita bread and tzatziki.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1283.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1732.8

Total Fat 119.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 520.0mg	0%
Sodium 2794.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.7g	0%
Total Sugars 12.9g
Protein 127.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 230.6mg	0%
Iron 11.9mg	0%
Potassium 2578.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.3%

Protein: 28.8%

Carbs: 10.9%