Whole30 Chicken Skewers with Green Sauce

Elevate your grilling game with these vibrant and flavorful Whole30 Chicken Skewers with Green Sauce. Perfectly marinated chicken breast cubes are infused with zesty lemon juice, smoky paprika, and warm cumin, then grilled to juicy perfection on wooden skewers. The star of this recipe, however, is the velvety green sauce—a fresh, herbaceous blend of cilantro, parsley, basil, creamy avocado, and lime juice, creating the ultimate dipping or drizzling companion. This healthy and gluten-free dish comes together in under 40 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight dinner or a standout addition to your next barbecue. Serve these skewers alongside a crisp side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete Whole30-compliant meal that’s as nourishing as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 pieces wooden skewers
• 1 cup fresh cilantro
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup fresh basil
• 3 stalks green onions
• 2 pieces garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium avocado
• 0.5 teaspoon salt for green sauce

Directions

Step 1

Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent them from burning during grilling.

Step 2

While the skewers soak, cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken cubes to the bowl and toss well to coat. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 4

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Step 5

Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked skewers, leaving a little space between pieces for even cooking.

Step 6

Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

Step 7

While the chicken is grilling, prepare the green sauce. In a food processor, combine fresh cilantro, parsley, basil, green onions, garlic cloves, lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, avocado, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. Add a little water if the sauce is too thick for your liking.

Step 9

Once the chicken is cooked, remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.

Step 10

Serve the chicken skewers with the green sauce drizzled on top or on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(847.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1770.5

Total Fat 134.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.7g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 3774.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 5.1g
Protein 115.3g	0%

Vitamin D 17.4IU	0%
Calcium 207.9mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 2377.3mg	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: 66.7%

Protein: 25.5%

Carbs: 7.8%