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Made with boneless, skinless chicken breasts, peppers and onions this is an easy recipe to make that's perfect to serve for dinner with a tossed salad or on top of rice.
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Grilling chicken kabobs for dinner during the hot summer months is an easy and delicious way to enjoy a healthy meal.
The skewered chicken, along with the vegetables, make for a colorful and satisfying dish that can be enjoyed with family and friends while enjoying the warm weather.
The marinade for the chicken is made with fresh orange juice, lime juice, brown sugar, and spices. It's the perfect combination of sweet and tangy that will elevate any dish.
Looking for more Summer Grilling Recipes? Try my Chicken Kabobs with Pineapple, Chicken Pesto Kabobs, and even my Air Fryer Chicken Skewers. Yum!
Table of Contents
- Recipe Notes
- Helpful Kitchen Tools
- Main Ingredients Needed
- Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Expert Tip
- Grilling Instructions
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- Make it a Meal
- Storing and Reheating Tips
- Top Recipe Tip
- What's the best temperature to grill chicken kabobs?
- What are the ideal vegetables to include on the kabobs?
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- 🗒️Shopping List
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Recipe Notes
- Do not skip the marinating time! Even if all you have is 30 minutes, allow the chicken to soak in the marinade...that's where the flavor is!
- Check the bamboo skewers for any splits. You don't want any small pieces of wood to be a part of your meal. If you're worried, invest in a set of stainless steel skewers.
- Not a fan of chicken? Try beef! This recipe for Marinated Beef Kabobs would be a great alternative for chicken.
Helpful Kitchen Tools
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Main Ingredients Needed
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Substitutions and Variations
- If you didn't want to use chicken, try beef! This recipe for
- If the canned chipotle peppers are too hot, you can substitute them with canned chili peppers.
- Don't have a fresh orange? Use some orange juice that you have in the fridge for breakfast!
- You can add or take away whatever vegetables you like! Cherry tomatoes and zucchini would be great additions.
- A red onion would would be a colorful substitution for the yellow onion!
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Step 1: Combine lime juice, orange juice, oil, garlic, brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, canned chipotle peppers, and chopped parsley in a mixing bowl.
Step 2: Allow the chicken to marinate in the mixture for a minimum of one hour, or ideally, overnight.
Step 3: Thread the soaked skewers with alternating pieces of chicken and vegetables, assembling them together.
Expert Tip
If you are using bamboo skewers, make sure you soak them before grilling as it prevents them from burning and breaking off during cooking, ensuring your food stays intact and evenly cooked.
Grilling Instructions
Step 4: Preheat the grill to medium high heat. Grill the skewers for 5-7 minutes on each side or until the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F.
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Make it a Meal
- These Grilled Chicken Kabobs would pair nicely with a salad, some rice, or this Corn Fiesta Salad.
- If you want to keep your meal easy, try this recipe for Air Fryer Potatoes...crispy!
- Try my Homemade Italian Salad Dressing!
Storing and Reheating Tips
Refrigerator: Allow the chicken and vegetables to cool completely. Remove from the skewer and place in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheating: Serve any leftovers the next day by adding the chicken and veggies to a cheese quesadilla or on top of salad greens.
Top Recipe Tip
Always use an instant read meat thermometer to check when chicken is fully cooked. It should be at 165°F.
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What's the best temperature to grill chicken kabobs?
The temperature of the grill should be about 375°F. Make sure to keep the chicken and vegetable pieces about the same size so everything grills evenly.
What are the ideal vegetables to include on the kabobs?
The ideal vegetables to include on chicken kabobs are those that can withstand the heat of the grill and remain firm when cooked. Vegetables such as bell peppers, onions, zucchini, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and eggplant are great options for kabobs. These vegetables also pair well with the flavors of grilled chicken and make for a colorful and healthy meal.
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- Check out my other recipe for Grilled Chicken Marinade.
- Or you might enjoy this recipe for Grilled Tandoori Chicken Kababs.
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Grilled Chicken Kabobs
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Ingredients
- 1 lime juiced; about 2 tablespoons
- 1 orange juiced; about ½ cup
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1-2 teaspoons canned chipotle peppers minced
- 3 tablespoons oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3-4 garlic cloves minced
- 2-3 sprigs of parsley finely chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 inch pieces
- 3 bell peppers cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 large onion cut into 1 inch pieces
Method
- In a large bowl, combine the lime juice, orange juice, oil, garlic, brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, minced canned chipotle peppers, and chopped parsley together. Taste to see if you need to add any salt and pepper.
- Add the cubed chicken to the marinade. Cover and allow the chicken to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 60 minutes or overnight.
- Soak the wooden skewers in cold water for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and thread them onto the skewers.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side or until the chicken is cooked through and reached an internal temperature of 165°F.
Odis Smith says
can't wait to try it
Lois says
Thank you! I hope you enjoy the recipe!