Description
These juicy grilled lemon garlic chicken skewers are marinated with fresh lemon, garlic, olive oil, mayonnaise, paprika and oregano for an easy, flavorful summer chicken dinner that’s perfect for family meals, BBQs and entertaining.
Ingredients
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- 2-3lbs boneless, skinless chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Zest of 1 lemon, about 1 teaspoon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 garlic cloves, grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika, regular or smoked
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into evenly sized bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, grated garlic, salt, paprika, olive oil, mayonnaise and oregano.
- Add the chicken and toss until completely coated in the marinade.
- Cover and marinate for at least 20 minutes or up to a few hours.
- Thread the chicken pieces onto skewers.
- Grill until browned and the chicken is completely cooked through.
- Remove from the grill and serve warm with your favorite sides.
Notes
To double the recipe: Use 2 lemons, 4 garlic cloves, 2 teaspoons salt, 2 teaspoons paprika, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise and 1 tablespoon oregano.
Regular or smoked paprika both work. Smoked paprika adds a slightly smokier flavor.
If you’re short on time, a 20-minute marinade works. For even more flavor, prepare the chicken a few hours ahead.
- Prep Time: 15
- Marinating Time: 20
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Dinner
- Method: grilled
- Cuisine: American