These skewers hit every note you want from grilled chicken — bright, herby, and deeply savory with a warm spiced finish that makes them feel genuinely special. The entire recipe leans on garlic-infused olive oil from start to finish, which means there's no canola, sunflower, or vegetable oil anywhere in sight. That's a bigger deal than it sounds, since most marinades and grilling recipes default to refined oils without a second thought. Fresh lemon juice and zest, along with parsley, thyme, and oregano, build a marinade that keeps the chicken tender and fragrant after its time on the grill. The real magic comes at the end, when a quick paste of turmeric, cumin, olive oil, and lemon gets brushed over the hot skewers straight off the heat, blooming the spices and coating every piece in a golden, aromatic glaze. It's a simple technique that delivers a restaurant-quality finish with zero complicated steps. Serve with extra lemon wedges and a scatter of fresh parsley, and this is the kind of meal that disappears fast.
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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.
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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