Pecan 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 chicken soaks in a marinade built on garlic-infused olive oil, fresh lemon juice, zest, parsley, thyme, and oregano — layers of flavor that come together beautifully over a hot grill. What really sets these apart is the turmeric-cumin finish: a quick paste of ground spices, olive oil, and lemon juice brushed over the skewers the moment they come off the heat, so the warmth of the chicken blooms every bit of that earthy, golden flavor. The whole recipe leans on fresh herbs and pantry spices, so there's zero concern about hidden tree nuts sneaking in through a sauce or seasoning blend. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, which makes this a genuinely stress-free cook. Serve with extra lemon wedges and a scatter of fresh parsley, and you've got a platter that looks as good as it tastes.
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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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