Garlic Parmesan Chicken Kabobs (Printer View)

Tender chicken kabobs in garlic Parmesan marinade, grilled with bell peppers for a flavorful meal.

# Components:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1.5-inch cubes

→ Marinade

02 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
03 - 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
05 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
06 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herb blend, or a mix of oregano, basil, and thyme
07 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Vegetables

09 - 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
10 - 1 medium yellow bell pepper, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
11 - 1 small red onion, cut into wedges

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
13 - Additional grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
14 - Lemon wedges

# Method:

01 - Combine olive oil, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, lemon juice, Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl and whisk until smooth.
02 - Add chicken cubes to the bowl and toss until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
03 - Set grill to medium-high heat, or preheat broiler if using the oven.
04 - Thread marinated chicken cubes, bell pepper pieces, and red onion wedges onto skewers, alternating between ingredients for even distribution.
05 - Cook kabobs on grill for 12 to 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are lightly charred.
06 - Remove from grill, sprinkle with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese. Present with lemon wedges alongside.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses budgetfriendly ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen
  • Naturally glutenfree and great for a crowd
  • Quick to make and perfect for prepping ahead
  • Grilled for a charred smoky finish
  • The marinade does all the heavy lifting for bold flavor
02 -
  • Highprotein main dish
  • Super kidfriendly even picky eaters ask for seconds
  • Easy to adjust spices and herbs to fit your family
03 -
  • Soak wooden skewers for at least thirty minutes so they do not burn
  • Let the chicken marinate as long as possible for best flavor
  • Do not walk away from the grill keep turning for those perfect grill marks and juicy bites