Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 red onion, cut into chunks
- 1 zucchini, cut into chunks
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Toss chicken with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and spices. Marinate 15–120 minutes.
- Chop vegetables into bite-sized pieces and lightly season.
- Thread chicken and vegetables onto skewers, alternating for color.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place skewers on top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with sides like garlic butter rice or roasted potatoes.
Notes
- Marinate longer for deeper flavor.
- Soak wooden skewers in water before baking.
- Finish under the broiler for extra char if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven-baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–6
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg