Macadamia Free Lemon Herb Chicken Skewers with Turmeric-Cumin Finish
These bright, herby skewers are the kind of weeknight dinner that feels like a backyard celebration — juicy chicken cubes soaked in a garlicky lemon marinade loaded with fresh parsley, thyme, and oregano, then grilled until perfectly charred and tender. The real magic happens right at the end, when a warm turmeric-cumin paste gets brushed over the hot skewers, melting into every crevice and adding a gorgeous golden color with deep, earthy warmth. It's a finishing move that takes the whole dish from great to genuinely memorable. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nut concerns — no specialty swaps or label-checking required, just clean, confident cooking. The marinade does the heavy lifting while the chicken rests in the fridge, so when it's time to grill, things move fast. A squeeze of fresh lemon at the table ties everything together and keeps the flavors lively and sharp. Whether you're feeding a crowd or just yourself on a Tuesday, these skewers deliver serious flavor with very little fuss.
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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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