Soy 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 leans hard into fresh lemon juice, zest, and a trio of herbs — parsley, thyme, and oregano — all brought together with garlic-infused olive oil for layers of flavor that develop beautifully over the grill. What really sets these apart is the turmeric-cumin finish: a quick brushing of that golden, aromatic paste onto the hot skewers right off the heat locks in a smoky, earthy depth that makes every bite feel intentional. For anyone navigating soy sensitivities, this recipe is a genuinely easy win — every ingredient is straightforward and naturally free of the soy-based sauces and marinades that sneak into so many grilled chicken recipes. Garlic-infused olive oil does all the heavy lifting that soy sauce might otherwise handle, delivering richness and savory character without any compromise. A squeeze of lemon wedge at the table ties everything together and keeps the whole plate feeling fresh and vibrant.
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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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