This easy recipe for Chicken Kabobs with Asian Marinade is delicious, low-carb, and it’s definitely kid-approved! And summer may be winding down, but you still have quite a few weeks left of grilling weather so enjoy!

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I love chicken kabobs, and this recipe for Chicken Kabobs with Asian Marinade were hit when I made them for my niece Kara’s family, so I can report that they’re not only healthy and low in carbs for the adults, they’re definitely kid-friendly as well. If you’re looking for an idea for end of summer grilling, I can heartily recommend this recipe.

And although some people treat Labor Day as the unofficial end of summer, I like to stretch out summer as long as I can. My garden is still giving me zucchini and tomatoes, and I’m still grilling outside, so there might be a few more summer food ideas coming before we switch to casseroles and baked dishes!

How do you feel about the arrival of cooler weather? Are you still celebrating summer, like me? Or are you one of those people who’s already thinking about (gasp) pumpkin recipes?

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What Asian flavors are in this recipe?

I am not claiming this is an authentic Asian recipe, but with soy sauce, Asian sesame oil, garlic, and ginger, there are a lot of Asian flavors going on here.

What type of skewers did I use?

This recipe uses those beautiful blade-type skewers I got in Turkey, and if you’re making kabobs I highly recommend using either thicker blade-type skewers (affiliate link) or double skewers (affiliate link) to prevent the meat from spinning around on the skewers. But if you don’t have any skewers like that, make sure you squeeze the food together to hold it in place.

What if you don’t have an outdoor grill?

If you don’t have an outdoor grill (or it’s not grilling weather) the grilled chicken kabobs can be cooked on a stove-top grill pan with ridges or George Foreman Grill as well. (affiliate links) Remember the George Foreman Grill cooks both sides at once, so adjust the grilling time.

Want more ideas for low-carb kabobs?

Check out Amazing Recipes for Grilled Kabobs if you want to see some other options for low-carb dinners cooked on a skewer! And if you’re not grilling, check out Low-Carb and Keto Baked Chicken Recipes.

How to make Chicken Kabobs with Asian Marinade:

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1. Mix together the oil, soy sauce or Gluten-Free Soy Sauce (affiliate link), sesame oil (affiliate link), garlic puree, ginger puree, fresh lime juice, and curry powder to make the marinade.
2. Trim chicken breasts (or use 8 skinless, boneless thighs if you prefer) and cut in 4 or 5 pieces crosswise.
3. Put chicken and marinade in a Ziploc bag and let it marinate all day in the fridge.
4. When it’s time to cook, drain the chicken pieces while you preheat the grill to medium-high.
5. Thread chicken on to skewers, folding each piece over so it won’t spin around on the skewer.
6. Cook chicken about 8 minutes on the first side, or until you see nice grill marks and the chicken is starting to feel firm.
7. Then turn skewers over and cook about 5 minutes more on the second side.
8. For best results, use an instant-read meat thermometer (affiliate link) and take the chicken off when it reaches 165F/75C. (See more about safe temperatures for food.)
9. Serve hot and enjoy.

Make it a Low-Carb Meal:

This would taste great with Crunchy Napa Cabbage Asian Slaw, Green Beans with Tahini and Lemon, Cucumber Salad with Avocado and Feta, Grilled Eggplant Salad, or Thai Cucumber Salad for a low-carb meal! If you have any leftover chicken, make Leftover Chicken Asian Chopped Salad the next day.

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Ingredients

Ingredients:

• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (see notes)

Marinade Ingredients:

• 1/8 cup peanut oil (see notes)
• 1/8 cup olive oil (see notes)
• 1/4 cup soy sauce (see notes)
• 1 T Asian sesame oil
• 1 T garlic puree
• 2 tsp. ginger puree
• 3 T fresh lime juice (see notes)
• 1 tsp. Madras Curry Powder or any curry powder you like will work
• salt, pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Mix together the peanut oil (or more olive oil), olive oil, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic puree, ginger puree, fresh lime juice, and curry powder to make the marinade.
2. Trim chicken, removing all visible fat and tendons.
3. Cut chicken breasts into 4 or 5 crosswise strips. (For thighs, cut into two pieces each.)
4. Arrange chicken in single layer in Ziploc bag, pour marinade over and marinate at least 8 hours in the refrigerator. If you’re going to be home, turn it a few times, but it’s not essential.
5. To cook, drain chicken in a colander in the sink and let it come to room temperature while you preheat gas or charcoal grill to medium high.
6. Spray the grill with non-stick spray or brush with oil before you heat. (You can also brush a little oil directly on the kabobs after you’ve assembled them.)
7. Thread chicken on to skewers, folding each piece over so it won’t spin around on the skewer. I like blade shaped skewers (affiliate link) or double skewers (affiliate link) to prevent the meat from spinning.
8. Put chicken on grill and cook about 8 minutes, rotating a partial turn a few times for maximum grill marks.
9. Then turn chicken over and cook about 5 minutes more, or until chicken feels firm but not hard to the touch.
10. For best results, use an instant-read meat thermometer (affiliate link) and take the chicken off when it reaches 165F/75C. (See more about safe temperatures for food.)
11. Serve hot.
12. Leftover grilled chicken would be great on a salad like this one.

Notes

You can use 8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs if you prefer. I liked this with a combination of olive oil and peanut oil, but just use 1/4 cup olive oil if you don’t have peanut oil or don’t want to use it. I used my fresh-frozen lime juice for this recipe. Use Gluten-Free Soy Sauce (affiliate link) if needed.

This recipe created by Kalyn.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 363Total Fat: 21gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 102mgSodium: 1111mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 1gSugar: 0gProtein: 39g

Nutrition information is automatically calculated by the Recipe Plug-In I am using. I am not a nutritionist and cannot guarantee 100% accuracy, since many variables affect those calculations.

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Low-Carb Diet / Low-Glycemic Diet / South Beach Diet Suggestions:
These grilled Chicken Kabobs with Asian Marinade would be great for a low-carb or Keto diet, or any phase of the original South Beach Diet.

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Historical Notes for this Recipe:
This recipe was first posted in 2008. The photos were updated in 2016 and the recipe was last updated with more information in 2022.

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Za’atar Chicken

Seasoned with a traditional Middle Eastern Za’atar spice blend and grilled, this Za’atar chicken is juicy and packed with unique flavors. In just 20 minutes you’ll have a flavorful and filling dinner that no one will forget!

If you have never heard of Za’atar seasoning, you are not alone! I just heard of it recently, and now I’m hooked! It’s a great savory blend of warm and earthy seasonings that will really wow your taste buds. You can also make the spice at home! If you like homemade spices, you’ll have to try this Homemade Fajita Seasoning, this better than store bought Italian Seasoning, and this Taco Seasoning too!

Grilled Za’atar Chicken

So at this point you may be wondering what is Za’atar seasoning? It is a blend of savory, nutty, and earthy spices that usually includes oregano, thyme, marjoram, and sumac. There are different blends of Za’atar seasoning based on where you are eating it. Kind of like curry the ingredients can change based on the area it’s made in. I have a link to the Za’atar seasoning blend in the recipe box below too if you want to make it, or you can pick it up from the store.

Grilled Za’atar Chicken is quickly marinated in the Za’atar seasoning and olive oil and grilled to perfection. I really think you are going to love this dish! It’s an easy 20 minute dinner that would go great with some pita bread and hummus. I also love with baba ganoush which goes great with this Za’atar seasoning. You can actually sprinkle some on top and the flavor is incredible. I think this will be a new family favorite!

Ingredients

These simple ingredients combine to make the most delicious and moist chicken. This Za’atar chicken is so unique, and amazingly flavorful! If you are looking for a great easy dinner, then this is the recipe for you! See the recipe card below for exact measurements.

• Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts: If you get a breast that is really thick, then you’ll want to flatten it out a bit so that it will all cook evenly on the grill.
• Olive Oil: Olive oil is a must for this recipe. It’s a great quality oil that helps the flavors in the seasonings really pop.
• Lemon Juice: Lemon juice is just what this recipe needs to bring out all of these gorgeous flavors!
• Za’atar Seasoning: I love making this blend at home! It is really herby and nutty, and perfect on meat. I add sesame seeds, coriander, and salt to my blend and I think it’s fantastic!
• Garlic: Minced garlic is one of my favorite things to eat on chicken. It’s so full of flavor and makes every bite the perfect one!

Za’atar Chicken Recipe

This recipe is so easy! I love how quickly it comes together and it really is so delicious. I ate it with some tomatoes and pita bread and it was perfection. Some of my kids added salt and pepper, but I thought it was perfect the way it was. You can make it however you like, and I know you are going to love it!

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1. Whisk: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, za’atar seasoning, and garlic.
2. Put in Bag: Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag then pour the mixture over the chicken.
3. Refrigerate: Seal the bag and refrigerate for 30 minutes or up to overnight.
4. Grill: Grill chicken breasts on medium-high heat for 7-8 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165° Fahrenheit.
5. Enjoy: Let the chicken rest before slicing and enjoying!

Tips for Grilling Chicken

Here are a few simple ways to make yourself the master of the grill! Once your friends and family get a bite of your grilled Za’atar chicken, they’ll be hooked. It’s hard not to be when they’re so juicy and flavorful.

• Use a Thermometer: This step is super important so that your chicken doesn’t dry out on the grill. Use a meat thermometer to check the temperature of your chicken. You can take them off the grill when the temperature inside reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit. If you cook them any more than that, they may dry out.
• Let Rest: The key to juicy grilled Za’atar chicken is letting it rest for a minute or two after you pull it off the grill. This allows all of the tasty juices to reabsorb, giving you chicken breast that will melt in your mouth! If you cut into them too soon after grilling, those juices may be released instead of absorbing back into the meat.
• Dripping: If you have seasoning and oil dripping off of your chicken, it will make the flames touch the meat and that’s where the black burned part comes from. If you don’t want crispy crunchy parts on your chicken, make sure that your seasoning is all over your chicken, but not dripping off.

Storing Leftovers

Who doesn’t wan’t grilled Za’atar chicken for leftovers? This recipe makes enough to serve eight people, so if you need to save your leftovers here is how.

In the Refrigerator: Store your cooled chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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I love a simple chicken dinner! But sometimes chicken can taste boring when you are always making it the same way. Here are some recipes that will give you great ideas to keep your chicken tasting unique and juicy!

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