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Easy BBQ Chicken Kebabs

Modified: Apr 28, 2022 · Published: May 6, 2021 · by Ramona · This post may contain affiliate links

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Ever wonder how to make chicken kebabs? It's not as hard as you may think! You can get creative with the ingredients and especially with the spices, or just stick to a classic combination. Let me tell you and show you all about it.

4 Chicken kebabs on a white plate with mixed vegetable couscous
Delicious chicken kebabs - just

Now with the BBQ season getting in full swing, a dish like this is simply heavenly. So easy to prepare and the results are A-MA-ZING! These chicken kebabs are marinated in a tangy mixture of lemon, yogurt, spices and garlic are such a huge crowd-pleaser.

This particular kebabs easy recipe is loved by my family and my kids, in particular, they always crave for it and if I am honest, I do too! I do like using organic chicken which I think it is the best to get for dishes like this. The chicken marinade that you were looking for for a very long time!

Oh, these chicken dishes! Cannot get any better. Who said chicken is boring??!! Never! Just try this easy chicken kebab recipe and you will see what I mean. Dinner or lunch, next day lunch whether that's a school or a work packed lunch, just go for it, it is a perfect choice!

Tips for the best chicken kebabs

  • use chicken thighs - they are a lot more delicious and do not get dry
  • marinade a lot earlier for the best results (best ever, healthy and easiest dinner meal)
  • do not forget to squeeze some lemon juice to make it super tender

Marinade variation to use for chicken kebabs

Here are some ideas for a fantastic marinade for chicken thighs:

  • Indian spices (make a chicken tikka)
  • chilli sauce ( use lime and sriracha)
  • spring onions or scallions (paste with a mortar and pestle)
  • olive oil, garlic and lemon juice - simple but with gorgeous flavours
  • lemongrass, garlic and teriyaki sauce ( amazing!)
  • chicken satay (coconut milk, soy sauce, yellow curry, turmeric powder, garlic, ginger, honey)

FAQs

What to serve with chicken kebabs?

I could list so many things and dishes here that you could enjoy with this beautiful and super tasty chicken dish and here are a few ideas:
• Coconut, fried or Moroccan Style or this Truffle and Lentil Rice
• Cucumber Yogurt Dip
• Corn on the Cob - grilled, BBQ-ed or baked
• Green Salad
• Potato Salad - any of these will do beautifully
• Sweet Potatoes that are simply grilled or baked
• Tomato, cucumber and Feta Cheese Salad
• Any salad check these out for more ideas or try this pineapple and mango salsa, soo perfect and refreshing with any barbeque!

How long does it take to cook kebabs?

• It does not take long at all, it will take approximately 10-15 minutes. Be sure that all the sides of kebabs touch the grill - this will not only ensure doneness but also gives the chicken a nice looking crisp exterior.
• As a general rule, most kebabs will need approximately 10-12 minutes to cook, which means anything between 2.5 to 3
minutes on each side, depending of course on the fire and how big or small the meat chunks are.

Other BBQ worthy recipes you may love:

  • Exotic barbequed prawns
  • Delicious lamb burger
  • Healthy potato salad - a great side dish to these chicken kebabs
  • Oh, this fish made on the grill - to die for!
  • More BBQ dinners on the grill - mmm! Absolutely delish from Delish
4 Chicken kebabs on a white plate with mixed vegetable couscous

Easy BBQ Chicken Kebabs

These chicken kebabs marinated in a tangy blend of yoghurt, garlic spices and lemon are always a huge success with my family and a massive crowd-pleaser too making them ideal for gatherings.
5 from 39 votes
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Course: BBQ, Dinner, Lunch, Starter
Cuisine: Ramona's Cuisine
Keyword: chicken bbq, chicken kebabs, chicken skewers, kebabs
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Marinading time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 198kcal
Author: Ramona Sebastian
Cost: £7

Equipment

  • glass bowl
  • skewers
  • knife
  • chopping board
  • BBQ or grill

Ingredients

  • 600 g chicken thighs (2.5 cups) cut into chunks
  • 1/3 teaspoon salt

For The Marinade

  • 100 g yoghurt (3.5 oz)
  • 2-3 cloves garlic
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/3 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pinch chilli powder optional
  • 1 teaspoon lemon and lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon ginger freshly grated
Metric - US Imperial

Instructions

To Make The Marinade

  • Mix all marinade ingredients (yoghurt, salt, pepper, lemon juice and zest, grated ginger, grated garlic, chilli powder or flakes if you choose to use them) into a larger glass bowl. Mix well.
  • Cut the meat into chunks. I always debone the thighs first and then cut them into 3 to 5 pieces depending on the size of the thigh. Add to the marinade.
  • Mix the meat pieces really well and coat them with the marinade sauce.
  • Place a cling film over the bowl and place this in the fridge or into a cool place. Allow to marinate for at least 20-30 minutes - the longer the better.
  • Heat up a grill or prepare the BBQ. Meanwhile, thread all meat chunks onto the metallic skewers. Do not push them into one another too closely. Allow them to have a little space so they can cook nicely without drying out.
  • Turn every 3-4 minutes on a different side so that they cook beautifully on all sides.
  • Serve with any salad or a nice couscous and vegetables like this one in this recipe which was simply made by mixing separately cooked couscous with roasted mixed vegetables to which I have added some spices like cajun, turmeric and a little curry powder seasoned with salt and pepper.

Notes

I've specified and used chicken thighs as opposed to boneless chicken breasts for this recipe because which I totally recommend since they are more flavorful, and less likely dry out. In addition, the beautiful and refreshing marinade and the lemon juice, in particular, will make these boneless chicken breasts tougher when cooked so trust me on this one! 😉 

Nutrition

Calories: 198kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 357mg | Potassium: 454mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 47IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 1mg
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Comments

  1. Amie says

    May 09, 2021 at 7:41 pm

    5 stars
    Thanks for such a quick and easy recipe. I can’t wait to try the lemongrass, garlic, and teriyaki sauce version!

    Reply
  2. Bernice says

    May 10, 2021 at 12:33 pm

    5 stars
    YUM. I literally stopped reading this post to text my husband to take chicken out of the freezer lol. Chicken skewers for dinner tonight!!

    Reply
  3. Amy Roskelley says

    May 10, 2021 at 12:36 pm

    5 stars
    I always use chicken thighs when I make our family dinners!! I can't wait to make these kebabs!

    Reply
  4. Raquel says

    May 10, 2021 at 2:03 pm

    5 stars
    We love grilling chicken and this marinade makes for juicy kebobs!

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      May 11, 2021 at 8:58 am

      Indeed, thanks Raquel!

      Reply
  5. Marta says

    May 10, 2021 at 4:41 pm

    5 stars
    The yogurt and lemon juice reminded me of my favorite souvlaki joint in Greece! This will definitely be on heavy rotation this summer at our house.

    Reply
  6. Colleen says

    May 10, 2021 at 4:49 pm

    5 stars
    These kebabs look so good that I am going to make them tonight for dinner. Thanks for the inspiration!

    Reply
  7. Chef Dennis says

    May 10, 2021 at 5:04 pm

    5 stars
    This is making my tummy growl!

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      May 11, 2021 at 8:29 am

      HEHE 😉

      Reply
  8. Anna says

    May 11, 2021 at 7:40 am

    5 stars
    We made these chicken kebabs with sriracha sauce last night using grill and they were soooo good! Definitely going to be making it again and using different marinades!

    Reply
  9. GUNJAN C Dudani says

    May 12, 2021 at 10:50 am

    5 stars
    These kababs look perfect for July 4th celebration. I already tired it and we love it. I have noted down on my July 4th menu.

    Reply
  10. Amy says

    May 12, 2021 at 7:35 pm

    5 stars
    It's been so long since I've had chicken kebabs. I will have to give these a try!

    Reply
  11. Oscar says

    May 12, 2021 at 8:37 pm

    5 stars
    My family loved these chicken kebobs. Perfect on the bbq and this will be on rotation all summer long.

    Reply
  12. Mama Maggie's Kitchen says

    May 13, 2021 at 3:29 am

    5 stars
    This dish looks so deliciously good. I wish I could eat that right this minute!"

    Reply
  13. Alice | SkinnySpatula says

    May 13, 2021 at 4:25 am

    5 stars
    Can't wait for the weather to be nice here in Scotland so I can try these kebabs. They look so, so good!

    Reply
  14. Leslie says

    May 13, 2021 at 9:34 am

    5 stars
    You have some great tips to optimize this recipe! Especially the use of chicken thighs! Love the marinade for this as well!

    Reply
  15. MaryAnne says

    May 13, 2021 at 11:17 am

    5 stars
    These chicken kebabs were INCREDIBLE!! The yogurt marinade was plate-licking good!

    Reply
  16. Veronika says

    May 13, 2021 at 3:28 pm

    5 stars
    I love chicken kebab! It's easy to make and perfect for the Summer gathering! Will try your recipe soon 😉

    Reply
  17. Jeri Walker says

    May 13, 2021 at 5:48 pm

    5 stars
    What a great recipe! I love the marinade, and it was so easy! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  18. Jere Cassidy says

    May 13, 2021 at 5:59 pm

    5 stars
    We love kabobs and I want to try your marinade with the yogurt with the ginger and lime, sounds delish.

    Reply
  19. Katie Youngs says

    May 13, 2021 at 6:43 pm

    5 stars
    I can use all the grilled chicken recipes I can get. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  20. Tracey says

    May 13, 2021 at 6:52 pm

    5 stars
    Oh my gosh! I can’t believe how easy this recipe is and so delicious! Love that the ingredients are so simple too.

    Reply
  21. Tammy says

    May 14, 2021 at 2:47 pm

    5 stars
    Oh goodness these look SO good!! My mouth is watering...a perfect summer meal. Its so flavorful and colorful..delicious!

    Reply
  22. Faith Still says

    May 14, 2021 at 10:15 pm

    5 stars
    This looks amazing and your pictures are gorgeous as always! You have such an amazing ability to style food.

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      May 16, 2021 at 1:26 pm

      Aww, thank you so much dear Faith 😉 you're so kind!

      Reply
  23. Heidy says

    May 15, 2021 at 7:41 am

    5 stars
    I was very impressed with the flavors in this recipe and enjoyed it. Thanks for posting specific easy to follow instructions and tips! That made life so much easier. Have a great Sunday!
    Heidy

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      May 16, 2021 at 1:24 pm

      Thank you so much my lovely Heidy, I am so happy you did enjoy my recipe ;-)b Have a lovely Sunday and week ahead too!

      Reply
  24. Ksenia @ At the Immigrant's Table says

    May 16, 2021 at 2:42 pm

    5 stars
    I love kebabs but actually never made my own chicken ones! Your recipe looks like the perfect way to remedy that. Thanks for developing it!

    Reply
  25. Ermelinda says

    April 25, 2022 at 1:27 pm

    5 stars
    It's not my first time paying a quick visit to this site. I have made a few recipes from here and this one was such a success last weekend! Wow, I will be making these impressive chicken kebabs again and again. Loved the marinade so much! Thank you, thank you, thank you !!

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      April 28, 2022 at 7:19 pm

      Thank you so much lovely.

      Reply
  26. Allyssa says

    May 13, 2022 at 8:49 am

    5 stars
    Super easy and delicious! Loved how it turned out! Will surely have this again! Highly recommended!

    Reply

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