Lemony Grilled Greek Chicken Skewers

These Grilled Greek Chicken Skewers are juicy, herby, and full of bright lemony flavor.

They’re perfect for summer grilling, quick weeknight dinners, or a Mediterranean-inspired meal any time of year.

The chicken marinates in olive oil, garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs before being grilled to golden perfection alongside sweet cherry tomatoes. A final squeeze of grilled lemon over the top takes it from good to completely irresistible.

Serve these skewers over salad greens, herbed rice, grilled vegetables, or tucked into warm pita with tzatziki. They’re easy to prep, cook in minutes, and scale up for a crowd.

Why You’ll Love This Greek Chicken Kabob Recipe

• Quick and flavorful

• Easy to double or triple

• Naturally gluten-free and low carb

• Great for meal prep or entertaining

• No fancy equipment required

Greta Brinkley

Lemony Grilled Greek Chicken Skewers

These lemon herb-marinated Greek chicken skewers are juicy, flavorful, and perfect for grilling season. Serve with salad, rice, or tucked into pita.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Marinating Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Servings: 6 skewers

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

Marinade Ingredients:

• ¼ c. extra virgin olive oil
• 3 T. fresh lemon juice
• 2 t. organic lemon zest
• 1 T. fresh parsley chopped
• 1 T. fresh oregano chopped and crushed to release oils
• 1 sprig fresh rosemary broken into small pieces and crushed to release oils
• 2-3 cloves garlic smashed, peeled, and roughly chopped
• ½ t. salt
• ½ t. black pepper

Remaining Ingredients:

• 1¼ lbs. boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1” cubes
• 9 cherry or grape tomatoes
• 6 10- inch wood or metal skewers
• 2 large lemons cut in half

Method

 

1. Combine marinade ingredients in a jar and shake to mix.
2. Pour marinade over chicken and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate 30–60 minutes.
3. Remove from fridge 15 minutes before grilling. Drain marinade.
4. Thread skewers with tomato, two pieces of chicken, tomato, two more chicken pieces, and another tomato.
5. Grill skewers over medium-high heat for 4–5 minutes per side, then rotate and sear edges.
6. Grill lemon halves, cut side down, for 2 minutes.
7. Serve skewers hot with grilled lemon squeezed over the top.

Tips for Best Results

• Don’t skip marinating these lemony chicken kabobs. It’s what gives the chicken so much flavor. I find 45 minutes to be about perfect.

• If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes beforehand to prevent burning.

• For more char, finish the skewers on an outdoor grill or broiler.

Serving Ideas for Lemony Grilled Greek Chicken Skewers

• Serve over seasoned rice or couscous

• With a simple cucumber salad or tzatziki

• Wrapped in pita with red onion and feta

• As part of a mezze platter with hummus and olives