Name: Grilled Citrus Chicken Kabobs
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pound boneless chicken breast, cut into 2 inch chunks; 2 zucchini, cut into 2 inch slices; 8 ounces cherry tomatoes; 8 ounce button mushrooms, cleaned and stem removed; 1 large Vidallia onion, peeled and cut into large chunks; 2 medium yellow peppers, seeded and cut into 2-inch cubes; Citrus Marinade:; 3 medium oranges, juiced; 2 large limes, juiced; 2 large lemons, juiced; 6 Tablespoons red wine vinegar; 2 Tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, minced; 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh basil; 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; salt and pepper, to taste

Grilled Citrus Chicken Kabobs are one of the easiest grilled chicken shish kebob recipes I make and they are always a big hit with family and friends. The citrus chicken marinade is a wonderful blend of oranges, lemons, and limes that adds flavor and makes the chicken tender. The citrus marinade for chicken and the veggies are a perfect blend of tart and savory flavors to make the chicken shish kabobs a crowd pleaser.

Grilled Chicken Shish Kabobs and vegetables with a citrus marinade on skewers that have been grilled on a white platter with with chopped parsley and lemon wedges

Grilled citrus chicken kabobs have a great balance of protein and from the chicken added nutrition from the tasty addition of the zucchini, tomato, and peppers from the garden! We love mushrooms and onions so I added them to the kabobs. The citrus chicken marinade adds such a great flavor that keeps the chicken and veggies juicy and full of flavor. Even better, these grilled chicken kabobs are a great make ahead dish and are great eaten at room temperature.

Another perk of these grilled chicken kababs is the ability to adding in veggies for those who don't embrace the idea of the beloved vegetable! Kids love kabobs and forget they are eating veggies!

grilled chicken citrus kebobs with veggies on silver steel skewers grilling on a gas grill

FAQ's about shish kebobs and grilled chicken kebobs:

We love Chicken Shish Kebobs, what are the origins of shish kebobs?

Shish kebobs originated in Turkey and shish kebob in English means roast meat, so interesting when we start thinking where everything originates.

How long does it take to grill chicken kebobs and at what temperature?

Preheat the grill to about 500 degrees and then keep the temperature at 450 while grilling the chicken kabobs. It takes about 15 minutes to grill the chicken shish kababs, turning frequently.

When making chicken kabobs, how do I prevent the skewers from burning?

I highly recommend purchasing metal skewers. You can order through Amazon or pick up some at any local Lowe's or Home Depot. The metal skewers are longer and you will re-use often. That said, to prevent the wood from burning, wooden skewers need to be soaked in water before using to make kabobs, at least 30 minutes or up to 3 hours.

What sides do you serve with Grilled Citrus Chicken Kabobs?

We love to serve these side with Grilled Chicken Shish Kabobs:

Easy Grilled Truffle Oil Potato Wedges

Lighter Homemade Macaroni Salad

Slow Cooker Baked Bean

overhead view of grilled citrus marinated chicken kabobs on a metal skewer with zucchini, tomatoes, and mushrooms

These chicken kabobs are marinated in a combination of oranges, limes, lemons and of course garlic and herbs. I like to marinate the chicken and veggies for a few hours and overnight is even better! The citrus blend gives a wonderful flavor to the chicken and veggies.

These grilled chicken citrus kabobs are fabulous on their own or over salad greens, over Roasted Spaghetti Squash, rice, or riced cauliflower.

Tutorial: How to Make Grilled Citrus Chicken Kabobs:

If using wooden skewers, soak them in water.
Make the citrus marinade by combining the orange juice, lime juice, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, onion powder, basil, parsley, and season with salt and pepper.
In a bowl or plastic bag, add ½ the marinade and add the chicken cubes. Marinate 1 - 3 hours.

overhead picture of chicken cubes in a citrus marinade for chicken in a glass bowl

In a second bowl, add the veggies and 4 Tablespoons of the remaining marinade. Marinate the same amount of time as the chicken.
Set the remaining marinade aside to baste the chicken while grilling.
Remove the chicken and veggies from the marinade, then discard it. Skewer the chicken and veggies onto the skewers. I always start with a hearty veggie, either an onion or a pepper.
Grill the Citrus Marinated Chicken Kabobs until cooked through, about 15 minutes. Serve and enjoy!

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