Grilled Chicken Skewers
Juicy, charred chicken skewers with a simple marinade - a crowd-pleasing centerpiece for any cookout.
- ⏱ 30 min
- 📊 medium
- 🍽 Party
Ingredients
- 700 g chicken breast, cubed
- 150 g yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp paprika
Instructions
- Mix yogurt, lemon, garlic and paprika; marinate chicken 20 minutes.
- Thread onto skewers with small gaps.
- Grill over medium-high heat 10-12 minutes, turning, until charred and cooked through.
- Rest 5 minutes before serving.
💡 Chef's tip
Leave a small gap between pieces on the skewer so the heat reaches every side and the chicken cooks evenly.
A yogurt-based marinade does more than flavor: its mild acidity and enzymes tenderize the chicken so it stays juicy even over high grill heat.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Protein: 42 g
- Carbs: 6 g
- Fat: 13 g
