Grilled Chicken and Zucchini Kebabs

By Maria Lichty

Published on July 05, 2021

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During the hot summer months, we love dining al fresco. Eating outside is so fun, especially when entertaining.

We love using our grill to make dinner because we don’t have heat up the house and we get to spend more time outside. The boys can run around and play while we cook dinner.

These Grilled Chicken and Zucchini Kebabs are a summer favorite. The boys love them and I love that they get a vegetable with their protein.

First of all, is it kabob or kebab? Either way, this recipe is delicious:)

We love making these kebabs because you can prepare them in advance and they are SO easy! The ingredients are so simple and this recipe is perfect for using up the summer zucchini.

I know I am always looking for recipes to use up our garden zucchini, you can only make so much zucchini bread, ha!

How to Make Chicken Zucchini Kebabs

The marinade is made with olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, olive oil, salt, and pepper. The simple lemon herb marinade is full of flavor.

• Place the chicken pieces in a large Ziploc bag or bowl. Place the zucchini and red onion in a separate Ziploc bag or bowl. Set aside.
• Pour half of the marinade into the freezer bag or bowl with the chicken pieces and pour the other half in the freezer bag or bowl with the zucchini and onion. Let marinade for 30 minutes or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
• When ready to grill, make the kebabs. Alternate chicken, zucchini, and onion on skewers. Discard any remaining marinade.
• If you are using wood skewers, make sure you soak them in water before using.
• Lightly brush the grill with olive oil and preheat to medium heat.
• Grill chicken kebabs, turning often so each side browns and has light grill marks, about 10-12 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Serve immediately.

This recipe is perfect for summer parties because you can have everything ready to go. When the guests arrive, throw the kebabs on the grill and mingle while they cook! This is a stress-free entertaining recipe!

Serving Suggetions

We love serving a few summer salads on the side! Here are a few of our favorite recipes that go perfectly with the kebabs.

• Easy Orzo Salad
• Easy Cucumber Salad
• Fresh Corn Salad
• Tomato Salad
• Favorite Fruit Salad
• Easy Pasta Salad

More Grilling Recipes

• Steak Kabobs
• Greek Chicken Kabobs
• Honey Mustard Chicken
• Grilled Steak Tacos
• Grilled Flank Steak

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Grilled Chicken and Zucchini Kebabs

Easy grilled chicken and zucchini kebabs with a simple lemon herb marinade. These kebabs make the perfect summer meal!

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Prep Time 40 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Cuisine American

Servings 5

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Ingredients

  

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• 2 boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 medium zucchini, silced into thick rounds
• 1 large red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 large lemons
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon  chopped fresh thyme
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Instructions

 

• Place the chicken pieces in a large Ziploc bag or bowl. Place the zucchini and red onion in a separate Ziploc bag or bowl. Set aside.
• Zest one of the lemons and place the zest in a medium bowl. Juice both lemons and add to the lemon zest. Add the minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, olive oil, salt and pepper. Whisk the marinade together. Pour half of the marinade into the freezer bag or bowl with the chicken pieces and pour the other half in the freezer bag or bowl with the zucchini and onion. Let marinade for 30 minutes or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
• When ready to grill, make the kebabs. Alternate chicken, zucchini, and onion on skewers. Discard any remaining marinade.
• Lightly brush the grill with olive oil and preheat to medium heat.
• Grill chicken kebabs, turning often so each side browns and has light grill marks, about 10-12 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Serve immediately.

Notes

If using wooden skewers, soak them in water before using. If using metal skewers, no prep is necessary.

Nutrition

Calories: 187kcal, Carbohydrates: 10g, Protein: 12g, Fat: 12g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 8g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 29mg, Sodium: 526mg, Potassium: 489mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 321IU, Vitamin C: 44mg, Calcium: 47mg, Iron: 1mg

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