Nutmeg 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. The marinade layers garlic-infused olive oil with fresh lemon juice, zest, parsley, thyme, and oregano for a fragrant base that keeps the chicken juicy and tender all the way through. What really sets these apart is the turmeric-cumin finish — a quick paste brushed over the hot skewers right off the grill that adds gorgeous color and a deep, earthy warmth without any of the usual spice-blend guesswork. Many pre-made seasoning mixes and marinades sneak in warming spices that don't belong on your plate, so building everything from scratch here puts you fully in control of every single ingredient. The whole process is straightforward: marinate, thread, grill, finish, and serve — no complicated techniques required. A squeeze of fresh lemon at the end ties all those bold flavors together beautifully. Whether you're cooking for a weeknight dinner or firing up the grill for guests, these skewers deliver serious flavor with total peace of mind.
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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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