Ingredients
– 1 lb (≈ 450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
– 2 medium zucchini, cut into bite-size pieces
– 1 large red onion, cut into bite-size pieces
– 1 large lemon, quartered then thinly sliced
– 2 Tbsp olive oil
– 3 Tbsp za’atar seasoning
– 1 lb chicken breast, cut into cubes
– 2 tablespoons zaatar spice blend
– 1 red bell pepper, chopped into chunks
– 1 zucchini, sliced thickly
– 1 red onion, quartered
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
1-Prepare all ingredients: Prepare all ingredients by washing vegetables thoroughly and cutting chicken breast into uniform bite-sized cubes to ensure even cooking.
2-In a large bowl: In a large bowl, mix the zaatar spice blend, olive oil, and lemon juice. Add the chicken pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes to infuse flavor.
3-While chicken marinates: While chicken marinates, chop the red bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion into skewer-friendly sizes.
4-Thread marinated chicken and vegetables: Thread marinated chicken and vegetables alternately onto soaked wooden or metal skewers, making sure to distribute ingredients evenly.
5-Preheat grill: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F or 200°C) and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
6-Grill kabobs: Grill kabobs for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes until chicken is cooked through and veggies are tender and charred at edges.
7-For dietary preferences: For dietary preferences, vegan kabobs can be grilled similarly by marinating tofu or mushrooms in the zaatar mixture; adjust cooking times as tofu cooks faster.
8-Remove kabobs from grill: Remove kabobs from grill, let rest for a few minutes, then serve garnished with fresh herbs and a drizzle of extra lemon juice or tahini sauce for added flavor.
Last Step:
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🥒 Feel free to swap in other vegetables such as bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, or mushrooms for extra color and flavor.
🧂 Serve the kabobs with a cool, creamy yogurt‑herb dip to balance the bright lemon‑za’atar notes.
⏲️ Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before threading to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Oven Roasting
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: High‑protein, Gluten‑Free, Low‑Carb
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 1/4 of the recipe)
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg