Valentina Ablaev
Grilled chicken kabobs make the perfect summer recipe! Juicy chicken breast marinated in the most flavorful marinate then grilled to perfection. The chicken kabobs make the perfect entree during grilling season.
You can never go wrong with grilled chicken for the summer! Our grilled chicken with vegetables is one of our favorite ways to level up chicken skewers.
Cubed chicken breast is made so tender with a not-so-secret ingredient! Mayo makes the chicken juicy and tender, but the chicken is made extra flavorful with freshly squeezed lemon juice and fresh herbs! The chicken is then grilled, resulting in a crisp exterior and the perfect flavor.
Not feeling chicken? Try our grilled carne asada for the best flavors!
Why You’ll Love this Recipe
- Perfect for a crowd. This recipe is great to double to feed a large group of people!
- Simple ingredients. These grilled chicken kabobs are made with simple ingredients that complement the kabobs perfectly.
- Easy to make in advance. Marinade the chicken the night before to have ready-to-grill chicken skewers!
Grilled Chicken Kabob Ingredients
- Chicken – boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed into large pieces to make the most juicy kabobs.
- Fresh herbs – parsley and cilantro finely chopped.
- Mayonnaise – helps to tenderize the chicken.
- Olive oil & lemon juice – the fresh lemons’ acidity balances the chicken’s flavors and brings so much freshness.
- Garlic – minced or finely chopped.
- Seasoning – Simple seasoning highlights this perfect grilling dish.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and quantities.
Substitutions and Variations
All the add-ins, substitutions, and variations to the recipe you want to make.
- Veggies: Bulk the kabobs by adding simple grilled vegetables to the mix! Zucchini, mushrooms, red onion, and bell peppers will add so much flavor to this dish.
- Bring the spice: Add red pepper flakes and even buffalo sauce to the marinade to give your chicken a kick of spice.
- Swap out the meat: Not feeling chicken? Our grilled shrimp recipe makes the perfect grilled seafood, and our grilled beef kofta is the ideal beef recipe.
How to Make Chicken Kabobs on the Grill
Step-by-step instructions on making these chicken kabobs with little to no prep time:
- Add cubed chicken, fresh herbs, mayo, oil, lemon juice, garlic, and seasoning to a large bowl. Marinade for at least 30 minutes.
2. Thread the chicken chunks on the wooden skewers.
3. Grill the skewers on medium-high heat, turning every few minutes. Cook until golden brown on all sides and until chicken reaches 165°F.
Expert Tips for the Perfect Skewers:
Soak the skewers! To prevent the skewers from burning, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes before using them.
Serving Suggestions:
Appetizer: Start your meal with creamy homemade hummus.
Mediterranean dinner: Serve this chicken in homemade pita bread, topped with these chicken kebabs! Just like in our chicken shawarma wrap, don’t forget a drizzle of refreshing tzatziki sauce for the perfect bite!
A side: These chicken kabobs pair perfectly with a baked rice pilaf or even a simple white rice!
Salad: A refreshing tomato side salad will perfectly elevate these grilled kabobs.
REcipe FAQs
You can bake the chicken in the oven at 425°F for 20 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. You can also cook the chicken on an indoor grill or on a cast iron grill pan.
For best results, marinade the chicken for at least 4 hours to achieve the most flavor. If you don’t have that time, aim for at least a few hours. You can make it the night before.
You can use wooden skewers, soaked for 30 minutes before adding the chicken, or metal skewers which won’t burn over the grill.
You will not taste the mayo at all. The mayo acts as a tenderizer for the chicken.
You can use skinless chicken thighs for this recipe.
The easiest way to tell that chicken is cooked is to use an instant-read thermometer and cook it until it reaches an internal temp of 165°F.
Store & Reheat:
- Storage. Store the leftover kebabs refrigerated for up to 4 days. For easy storage, disassemble and then store in an airtight container.
- Reheat. Reheat the kebabs in a 350°F preheated oven until reheated. Or microwave for a few minutes.
- Freeze. To prep the chicken in advance, prepare the marinade, chop it, and add it to a freezer-safe bag. Zip it up, removing as much air as possible. Reheat: Thaw in the fridge overnight, then thread onto skewers and cook as usual.
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Grilled Chicken Kabobs
Ingredients
- 3 lbs chicken breast or thighs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1/3 cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 3 Tbsp lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground pepper
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into 1” thick pieces and add to a large bowl.
- Combine parsley, cilantro, mayo, oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and seasoning in a small bowl.
- Add the marinade to the large bowl and stir together. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- Meanwhile, soak the skewers in water.
- Once the chicken is marinated, thread the chicken onto the wooden skewers.
- Grill over medium-high heat, turning, until all sides are golden-brown and the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve, and enjoy friends!
Notes
- Soak the skewers! To prevent the skewers from burning, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes before using them.
- Perfectly cooked chicken: The easiest way to tell that chicken is cooked is to use an instant-read thermometer and cook it until it reaches an internal temp of 165°F.
- Storage. Store the leftover kebabs refrigerated for up to 4 days. For easy storage, disassemble and then store in an airtight container.
- Reheat. Reheat the kebabs in a 350°F preheated oven until reheated. Or microwave for a few minutes.
