Quick and Easy Citrus Chicken Kabobs Recipe
Bright, bold, and bursting with flavor—these Citrus Chicken Kabobs bring the sunshine to your plate, no matter the weather. Tender chunks of chicken are marinated in a tangy blend of citrus juice, garlic, and herbs, then grilled to juicy perfection. Paired with fluffy lemon rice that’s just the right balance of savory and refreshing, this dish is a total crowd-pleaser.
Whether you’re firing up the grill for a backyard get-together or just want something that tastes like summer, this combo is light, easy, and full of flavor. Bonus: it’s just as great for meal prep as it is for impressing guests.
Citrus Chicken Kabobs w/Lemon Rice
Ingredients
Kabobs:
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
- 1 large lemon juice + zest
- 1 small orange juice + zest
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp honey for a slight glaze
Rice:
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- ½ tsp turmeric for color
- 1 garlic clove minced
- ½ tsp salt adjust to taste
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh dill or mint chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken at least 1 hour (overnight for best results) Grill on the Blackstone!
- Sauté garlic in olive oil or butter over medium heat until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add rice and turmeric. Pour in the broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, then stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and fresh herbs.
- Bonus…top with a dollop of @TOOM Garlic Dips.
