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Lemon Basil Chicken Kebabs

Lemon Basil Chicken Kebabs for a Refreshing Summer Feast

Lemon Basil Chicken Kebabs are a quick and flavorful dish marinated in yogurt, lemon, and basil, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinate Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 25 minutes
Servings: 4 kebabs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Grilled
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Plain, Full Fat Yogurt Can substitute with sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Use white pepper for a milder profile
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust table salt quantity if used
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup can serve as a vegan substitute
  • 2 cloves Garlic (Crushed) Fresh garlic is preferable
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice From 2 lemons
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest From 2 lemons
  • 10 leaves Basil Leaves Substitute with parsley if unavailable
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with any neutral oil
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Cut into 1-inch cubes
For Serving
  • 2 cups Rice Or Crunchy Bread

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Food Processor
  • Skewers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, combine yogurt, black pepper, salt, honey, crushed garlic, lemon juice and zest, and basil leaves. Blend until smooth, then drizzle in olive oil while mixing.
  2. In a large bowl or Ziploc bag, add cubed chicken and pour marinade over. Toss to coat well. Refrigerate for about 24 hours.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Thread marinated chicken onto soaked skewers.
  4. Grill kebabs for 4-5 minutes on each side until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  5. Remove kebabs from skewers and serve with rice or bread, garnished with fresh mint.

Nutrition

Serving: 1kebabCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for no more than 24 hours to preserve texture. Avoid overcrowding skewers for even cooking.

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