Lemon-Garlic Mediterranean Chicken Skewers are a delightful dish perfect for any occasion with paprika, parsley, garlic, and zesty lemons combined with juicy chicken. By using everyday ingredients, you can create a flavor-packed meal that your family will adore!
In a small bowl, mix the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, kosher salt, granulated garlic, paprika, dry parsley, and black pepper.
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Set aside half of the marinade and store it away from raw chicken.
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Cut 2 lemons into 8 wedges each, for a total of 16 lemon wedges.
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Cut the chicken thighs into 2-inch pieces and put them in a food storage bag with the remaining marinade. Seal the bag and shake it to coat the chicken pieces.
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Thread the chicken onto 8 skewers, alternating chicken pieces and lemon wedges, ensuring larger pieces have enough space to cook evenly.
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Heat a large skillet, griddle pan, or barbecue to medium-high heat, and lay the skewers down, being careful not to overcrowd.
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Sear the chicken for about 7 minutes, then turn the skewers and reduce the heat to medium.
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Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, turning the skewers as needed to cook all sides.
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Once the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F, remove the skewers from the heat and brush with the reserved marinade.
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Serve with your favorite salad and rice dish for a complete meal.