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    Best Chicken Skewers Recipe

    Published: Jun 3, 2022 · Modified: Jul 11, 2022 by Kemi · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    The best chicken skewers recipe. They are tender, succulent, full of flavor, and healthy. Simple, and quick to cook, they can be served as appetizers, party food, side dish, or main dish. Learn how to cook chicken on skewers on BBQ, oven, or griddle pan.

    chicken skewers on a white plate.

    Best Chicken Skewers Recipe

    Chicken skewers are so easy and simple to make, they are basically marinated chicken cubes (and sometimes vegetables) threaded on sticks and cooked to perfection.

    This chicken on skewers recipe makes use of a few ingredients but it's bursting flavors.

    It's high in protein, which makes it suitable for keto diet, low carb, and high protein diet.

    You will like these chicken skewers or should I say chicken kebabs because not only is it easy, simple, and tasty, but it's also quick to cook.

    Let me show you how to make it.

    Related: Air fryer chicken kabobs

    3 cooked chicken skewers on a white plate.

    Tools

    Skewers

    Baking Pan, air fryer, or Griddle pan

    Mixing bowl

    Chopping board

    Knife or Kitchen scissors

    Chicken Skewers Marinade

    The chicken skewers marinade used in this recipe is made up of 6 simple ingredients. The ingredients can be found in most people's kitchen cupboards and are inexpensive ones easily accessible in stores.

    The ingredients are paprika, parsley, thyme, garlic granules, or powder, onion granules, or powder, black pepper, salt, olive oil, and lemon juice.

    To make the marinade, mix all the ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly.

    To marinate, add the chicken cubes and marinade in a bowl, mix till all well combined, cover the bowl with clingfilm, put the bowl in the fridge and marinate the chicken for 40 minutes or up to 3 hours.

    Some other good marinades that can be used for it are chicken breast marinade, Peri-peri sauce, honey garlic marinade, and chicken wings marinade.

    marinade displayed.

    Ingredients

    The detailed ingredient list, measurements, and directions are in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

    Chicken breast or boneless chicken thighs

    Red bell pepper (Optional)

    Onion (Optional)

    Paprika

    Parsley

    Thyme

    Garlic powder or granules

    Onion powder or granules

    Black pepper

    Salt

    Oil

    Lemon juice

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    How To Cook Chicken Skewers

    Soak the skewers in water for 30 minutes to an hour. If using metal skewers, no need to soak them.

    In a small bowl, add the paprika, parsley, black pepper, dried thyme, garlic powder, lemon juice, olive oil, and onion granules. Mix till well combined.

    Pat the chicken dry and cut into bite size cubes.

    Wash and cut the pepper and onion into cubes. Let the size of the chicken pieces be chunkier than the peppers and onion.

    chicken, pepper, and onions in a bowl.

    Add the chicken, pepper, onion, and marinade in a bowl.

    Mix till all well combined.

    marinated chicken, peppers, and onions in a bowl.

    Thread the seasoned chicken, onions, and peppers on the sticks alternating them. Don't overfill the skewers.

    threaded chicken on skewers.

    Cook on the BBQ grill for 8 minutes turning the sides every 2-3 minutes.

    To cook on stove- Place griddle pan on medium heat. Brush with oil.

    Place the skewers on the Griddle and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning the sides at 2-3 minutes intervals until cooked through and the chicken is no longer pink in the middle.

    chicken skewers on griddle.

    Take the pan off heat and serve chicken kebabs.

    How To Cook Chicken Skewers In Oven

    Preheat the oven to 200C/400F.

    Place the marinated chicken skewers on a wire rack on top of a foil-lined baking tray.

    Bake them on each side for 10 minutes. Total 20 minutes.

    Bring the tray out of the oven, then serve kebabs.

    To Cook In the Air fryer, Follow this air fryer chicken kabobs tips, and cooking time.

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    How Long To Cook Chicken Skewers

    This depends on the method of cooking, temperature, and size of the threaded chicken.

    Depending on the oven, how long to cook chicken skewers in the oven is about 20 minutes at a temperature of 400F/200C.

    How long to cook chicken skewers in the air fryer is between 10-15 minutes.

    How long to cook chicken skewers on the grill is 8-12 minutes.

    To cook it on a griddle on the stovetop is between 6-10 minutes.

    To ensure the chicken is cooked through, cut into the inside of the chicken, and check. the inside should be white, not pink or red.

    What To Serve With Chicken Skewers

    They can be served with different foods. Some suggestions of what you can serve them with are:

    Air fryer potato wedges

    Spicy rice

    Salad

    Coleslaw

    Crinkle Fries

    Curly fries

    Mashed potatoes

    Pasta

    cooked and displayed in griddle pan.

    How To Store

    To store chicken skewers, allow to completely cool, pack in an air-tight container, or wrap them in foil, then put in a Ziploc then store in the fridge or freezer depending on how long you'll like them stored.

    In the fridge - It will keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days. 

    In the freezer - It will store well in the freezer for up to 6 months. 

    How To Reheat

    They can be reheated in the oven, on the grill, or in the air fryer. 

    To reheat in the oven, arrange the chicken skewers on a baking paper line tray, and bake in the oven at a temperature of 180C for 5 minutes or till they are warmed through. 

    To reheat in the air fryer - Arrange them on the air fryer basket, rack, or tray, then air fry at temperature of 180C for 4 minutes or till heated through.

    On the grill- Put on the grill and grill till heated through, turning the skewers at intervals to heat all the sides.

    Tips

    • Cut the chicken pieces into even bite-size so they cook evenly.
    • You can use any good marinade to marinate the chicken.
    • Don't overcrowd the skewers. Leave enough space to hold and also between each threading.
    • If using wooden skewers, soak them in cold water for 30 minutes to an hour before using them. This will prevent them from burning during cooking.
    • If using metal skewers, reduce the cooking time by a minute or two as the metal heats up, retains heat, and cooks the chicken from the inside.
    • Metal skewers will be hot so handle with care and don't burn yourself.
    • You can use skillet if you don't have griddle pan.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I use chicken breast for skewers?

    Yes, you can use boneless chicken breast or boneless chicken thighs.

    How do you make marinated chicken skewers?

    Follow the recipe and tips in this post for making the best marinated chicken skewers that is tender, and packed full of flavor.

    What other vegetables can you use in chicken skewers?

    Some other vegetables that can be used include cherry tomatoes, courgette, and colored bell peppers.

    Can you put wooden skewers in the oven?

    Yes, Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before using them. This is to prevent them from burning in the oven.

    What goes with chicken skewers?

    Salad, Coleslaw, Potatoes, Rice, Pasta, are some foods that goes well with chicken skewers.

    What is the best marinade for chicken skewers?

    The marinade in this recipe is great. Other marinades that are good for it are chicken breast marinade, peri peri sauce.

    How long to soak chicken skewers?

    Soak bamboo skewers for at least 30 minutes before using them. I prefer to soak for 45 minutes to an hour. If using metal skewer, you don't need to soak them however they must be clean and free from rust.

    chicken skewers on a white plate.

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    chicken skewers on a white plate.

    Best Chicken Skewers Recipe

    Kemi
    The best chicken skewers recipe. They are tender, succulent, full of flavor, and healthy. Simple, and quick to cook, they can be served as appetizers, party food, side dish, or main dish. Learn how to cook chicken on skewers on BBQ, oven, or griddle pan.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 8 mins
    Total Time 18 mins
    Course Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
    Cuisine American, Australian, British, International
    Servings 10 skewers
    Calories 141 kcal

    Equipment

    • Skewers
    • Griddle pan or baking tray

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 kg (2lb) Boneless Chicken breast or boneless chicken thighs
    • 1 teaspoon Parsley
    • ½ teaspoon Dried thyme
    • 1 teaspoon Paprika
    • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon Onion granules
    • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
    • Salt to taste
    • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice

    Instructions
     

    • Soak the skewers in water for 30 minutes to an hour. If using metal skewers, no need to soak them.
    • In a small bowl, add the paprika, parsley, black pepper, dried thyme, garlic powder, lemon juice, olive oil, and onion granules. Mix till well combined.
    • Pat the chicken dry and cut into bite size cubes.
      Wash and cut the pepper and onion into cubes. Let the size of the chicken pieces be chunkier than the peppers and onion.
    • Add the chicken, pepper, onion, and marinade in a bowl. Mix till all well combined.
    • Thread the seasoned chicken, onions, and peppers on skewers alternating them. Don't overfill the skewers.
    • Place a griddle pan on medium heat. Brush with oil.
      Place the skewers on the griddle and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning the sides at 2-3 minutes intervals until cooked through and the chicken is no longer pink in the middle.
    • Take the pan off the heat and serve chicken kebabs.

    To Cook It In The Oven

    • Preheat the oven to 200C/400F.Place the chicken skewers on a wire rack on top of a foil-lined baking tray.
    • Bake chicken skewers on each side for 10 minutes. Total 20 minutes.
    • Bring the tray out of the oven, then serve kebabs.
    • To Cook In the Air fryer, Follow this air fryer chicken kabobs tips, and cooking time.

    Notes

    • Cut the chicken pieces into even bite-size so they cook evenly.
    • You can use any good marinade to marinate the chicken.
    • Don't overcrowd the skewers. Leave enough space to hold and also between each threading.
    • If using wooden skewers, soak them in cold water for 30 minutes to an hour before using them. This will prevent them from burning during cooking.
    • If using metal skewers, reduce the cooking time by a minute or two as the metal heats up, retains heat, and cooks the chicken from the inside.
    • Metal skewers will be hot so handle with care and don't burn yourself.
    Depending on the oven, how long to cook chicken skewers in the oven is about 20 minutes at a temperature of 400F/200C.
    How long to cook chicken skewers in the air fryer is between 10-15 minutes.
    How long to cook chicken skewers on the grill is 8-12 minutes.
    To cook it on a griddle on the stovetop is between 6-10 minutes.
    To ensure the chicken is cooked through, cut into the inside of the chicken, and check. the inside should be white, not pink or red.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 141kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 21gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 64mgSodium: 116mgPotassium: 379mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 49IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 1mg
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