Description
Juicy chicken skewers marinated in Mediterranean spices, grilled to perfection and served with a creamy, garlicky hummus spread. Perfect for a summer BBQ or a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup hummus (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken cubes and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours).
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers, dividing evenly.
- Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and has nice char marks.
- While chicken cooks, prepare the hummus spread: In a small bowl, mix together hummus, Greek yogurt, chopped parsley, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Serve skewers with a generous dollop of hummus spread on the side. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the marinade. If using a grill, ensure the grates are clean and lightly oiled to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Mediterranean