Greek Lemon Chicken Kebabs

Grilling season is upon us.  Here in Phoenix we have been using our grill since March and these Greek Lemon Chicken Kebabs are definitely a family favorite.  So super simple to cook on the grill and packed with Mediterranean flavor.

The first time I tried this recipe was when we were over at a neighbor’s house for a BBQ about 2 years ago.  She has such a knack for creating marinades and also made it with bone in chicken thighs and drumsticks.  When your son asks for thirds you know the recipe is a winner!  I just had to get this recipe, so thank you neighbor! (you know who you are girl!) Not only is the meat super tender and juicy but flavorful as well.  The secret is the Lemon Olive Oil sauce that you drizzle over it after grilling, in one word it is AMAZING!!

The sauce is so well balanced; with the olive oil, acidity from the lemon and spice from the crushed red pepper and garlic.  I could literally eat this chicken every day with this sauce slather all over it.  In fact, I think I took these leftovers to work for lunch no kidding like every day that week.  I mean this sauce could really double for a great spicy salad dressing or drizzle it over some fresh feta cheese with pita, I could just go on and on about this sauce it is that good!

One of the things I LOVE about Mediterranean cuisine is not only is it fresh and packed with flavor but healthy as well.  When you are trying to eat a high protein diet these little skewers of heaven are a nice addition to your weekly meal plan.  Pair with a creamy cool Greek Yogurt Tzatziki Dip and you have the perfect low calorie high protein meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
• Cow Camp Garlic Season All
•  Lawry’s White Wine Herb Marinade
• Fresh Lemon Juice (1 Lemon)
• 1 Tbs Dijon Mustard
• 3 cloves Garlic, chopped
• 1 Shallot, chopped
• ½ tsp Smoked Paprika

Lemon Olive Oil Sauce:

• ¼ Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Juice of half a Lemon
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 Tbs Fresh Italian Parsley, minced
• 1 tsp Crushed Red Pepper
• Coarse Salt & Pepper, to taste

Directions:

Cut boneless skinless chicken breasts into thin strips.  Place all marinade ingredients in a large ziplock bag and add chicken.  Store in refrigerator overnight to marinate.

Just before grilling soak bamboo skewers in cold water for about 20 minutes so they do not burn up on the grill.  Thread chicken onto skewers.

In a small bowl whisk together the Lemon Sauce ingredients and set aside.

Grill chicken on medium high heat.  Using tongs turn skewers occasionally, until chicken is cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.

To serve drizzle a bit of the Lemon Sauce onto the chicken and enjoy!