Ingredients
Chicken and Marinade
- 1 ½ pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into large bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Vegetables
- 1 large red onion, cut into thick slices
- 2 bell peppers, cut into squares
Other
- Vegetable oil, for greasing the grill
- Chopped parsley, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours for best flavor and tenderness.
- Preheat and Grease the Grill: Heat the grill to medium-high heat. Lightly grease the grill grates with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
- Assemble the Kabobs: Thread the marinated chicken pieces alternately with slices of red onion and bell pepper onto skewers. Drizzle any leftover marinade over the assembled kabobs.
- Grill the Kabobs: Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning every few minutes to ensure even cooking and achieve a golden-brown exterior. Cook until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve: Remove kabobs from the grill and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot, optionally accompanied by Lebanese rice or your favorite side dishes.
Notes
- Soaking wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes prior to grilling helps prevent them from burning.
- Chicken should be cut into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Adjust spices according to your taste preference for heat and flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer to check doneness to avoid undercooked chicken.
- Leftover kabobs can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Halal
