Chicken and Vegetable Skewers with Zucchini
Colorful skewers packed with marinated chicken chunks and fresh vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, and onions, grilled to perfection.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 large zucchini, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
- Marinade: 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 cloves garlic minced, 1 tsp dried oregano, salt and pepper
Portion guidance
Serve 2-3 skewers per person.
Step-by-step method
- 1
In a bowl, whisk together marinade ingredients. Add chicken cubes and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator).
- 2
Thread chicken cubes and vegetable chunks onto skewers, alternating ingredients.
- 3
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- 4
Grill skewers for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender-crisp.
- 5
Serve hot.
Smart substitutions
Swap
Chicken breast
Chicken thighs or firm tofu
Swap
Zucchini
Summer squash or cherry tomatoes
Storage & reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
This recipe is for inspiration only and is not medical advice. Carbohydrate and nutrition values are estimates. Speak with a qualified healthcare professional or registered dietitian about your personal blood sugar and dietary needs.
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