Nitrate & Nitrite 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 makes everyone hover near the grill. The marinade layers garlic-infused olive oil, fresh lemon juice, zest, parsley, thyme, and oregano into something genuinely aromatic — and the chicken soaks it all up beautifully in as little as 30 minutes. What makes this recipe such a smart choice for anyone avoiding nitrates and nitrites is how clean and straightforward every single ingredient is: fresh herbs, whole spices, citrus, and olive oil with zero processed meats or cured components in sight. The turmeric-cumin finish brushed over the hot skewers right off the grill adds a golden, earthy depth that feels almost restaurant-worthy without any complicated steps. Grilling to an internal temperature of 165°F keeps everything safe and juicy, and the final scatter of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon wedge ties it all together. This is the kind of weeknight or weekend cook that proves eating clean doesn't mean eating boring.
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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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