Lemon Pepper Chicken Skewers
Ready in 35 minutes, grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken Skewers feature chicken thighs marinated in a lemon pepper seasoning, then grilled to perfection with a zesty, citrus butter sauce.
Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients
For Chicken
- 2 lb skinless chicken thighs cut into bite-size pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
For Lemon Butter Sauce
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Lemon wedges to garnish
- Chopped fresh cilantro to garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken and add the pieces of chicken to the marinade and toss to coat. Let marinade covered in the fridge for at least 30 minutes (if time permits) or up to 2 hours.
- Make the skewers. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto soaked wooden or metal skewers, making sure they are evenly distributed.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl, and add the cilantro, lemon juice, honey, pepper, and salt. Save half of the sauce to use later.
- Brush the chicken with half of the sauce and place the skewers on the grill or grill pan to cook for 6-8 minutes. Flip to the other side, brush with the additional sauce, and cook another 8 minutes until cooked through.
- Garnish with some fresh herbs and serve while warm.
Notes
- Cut Chicken Evenly: Make sure your chicken pieces are cut into uniform sizes so they cook evenly.
- Don’t Skip the Lemon Zest: Lemon zest adds a concentrated citrus flavor that elevates the dish.
- Marinate for Flavor: For the best flavor, allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or longer if possible.
- Avoid Overcrowding the Skewers: Leave space between the chicken pieces to ensure even cooking and better grill marks.
- Rest Before Serving: Let the chicken rest for 2-3 minutes covered in foil wrap after grilling to retain its juiciness.
- Wooden Skewers: If you are using wooden skewers, soak them for at least 30 minutes before threading the chicken.
Nutrition
Calories: 561kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 276mg | Sodium: 1078mg | Potassium: 616mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1035IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg