Description
Easy grilled fajita chicken kebabs are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, perfect for any gathering or weeknight meal. These skewers feature succulent marinated chicken combined with colorful bell peppers and onions, all bursting with zesty lime and jalapeño flavors. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, they offer a healthy option without skimping on taste. Ideal for summer cookouts or cozy dinners, these kebabs are versatile enough to customize with your favorite vegetables and spices. Enjoy them fresh off the grill or as part of a taco bar – either way, they’re bound to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- Zest and juice of 1 large lime
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 clove garlic (chopped)
- 1 jalapeño (chopped)
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 large green bell pepper
- 1 large red onion
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and place in a zip-top bag.
- Whisk together canola oil, lime juice and zest, chili powder, cumin, garlic, jalapeño, and salt in a bowl.
- Pour marinade over chicken in the bag; seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat; soak wooden skewers if using.
- Cut bell peppers and onion into chunks; alternate threading onto skewers with marinated chicken.
- Grill kebabs for about 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally until fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 kebabs (approx. 140g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize your kebabs by adding zucchini or cherry tomatoes. Serve with warm tortillas and fresh toppings for an interactive meal.