Beef Free Lemon Herb Chicken Skewers with Turmeric-Cumin Finish
Bright, herby, and kissed with warm spice, these grilled chicken skewers are the kind of dish that disappears fast at any table. Boneless chicken breasts soak up a marinade of garlic-infused olive oil, fresh lemon juice, zest, parsley, thyme, and oregano — layers of flavor that come through beautifully on the grill. The real magic happens right after cooking, when a loose paste of turmeric, cumin, olive oil, and lemon gets brushed over the hot skewers, blooming those earthy spices into every bite. It's a clever finishing move that adds color and depth without any extra cook time. The whole recipe is built entirely around poultry, so there's no need to think twice about swapping anything out or checking for hidden animal proteins — it's straightforwardly chicken from start to finish. A squeeze of fresh lemon and a scatter of parsley over the top keeps things vibrant and fresh right before serving. Whether you're firing up an outdoor grill or using a grill pan on the stovetop, this one is approachable enough for a weeknight but impressive enough to serve to guests.
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4 servings
For the chicken
- 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
For the marinade
- 3 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh oregano leaves, finely chopped
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the turmeric-cumin finish
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- lemon wedges, for serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil, 3 tbsp lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper until combined.
- 2
Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours.
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