Cilantro & Lemon Marinated Chicken Kabobs Recipe

Name: Cilantro & Lemon Marinated Chicken Kabobs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 1-1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 cup water; 1/4 cup plain yogurt; 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves; 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves; 2 serrano peppers, sliced; 1 piece fresh gingerroot (1 inch), coarsely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, sliced; 3 medium sweet onions, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices; 4 tablespoons canola oil, divided; Lemon wedges

Servings: persons

1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/3 cup fresh mint leaves
2 serrano peppers, sliced
1 piece fresh gingerroot (1 inch), coarsely chopped
4 garlic cloves, sliced
3 medium sweet onions, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
4 tablespoons canola oil, divided
Lemon wedges

1
In a large bowl, toss chicken with lemon juice and salt; let stand 15 minutes. Meanwhile, place water, yogurt, herbs, peppers, ginger and garlic in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Stir into chicken mixture; refrigerate, covered, 2 hours.
2
Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. Brush onions with 2 tablespoons oil. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 10-12 minutes or until tender, turning occasionally.
3
Remove chicken from marinade; discard marinade. Thread chicken onto six metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 10-12 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink, turning occasionally and brushing with remaining oil during the last 4 minutes. Serve with grilled onions and lemon wedges.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, 1-1/2 teaspoons salt, 1/2 cup water, and more.

Yes, Cilantro & Lemon Marinated Chicken Kabobs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cilantro & Lemon Marinated Chicken Kabobs

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