Grilled Smoked Paprika Chicken Kabobs
Grilled Smoked Paprika Chicken Kabobs are a delicious and healthy option for your next barbecue or family dinner. These tender chicken skewers are marinated in a flavorful yogurt sauce infused with smoked paprika, ensuring they are juicy and packed with flavor. The addition of vibrant vegetables like red bell peppers and onions not only adds color but also enhances the nutritional profile. Perfect for meal prep or entertaining guests, these kabobs are easy to make and sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika (divided)
- 2 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1/4 red onion (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1 red bell pepper (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed dried rosemary
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt (divided)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, 1 ¼ teaspoons smoked paprika, rosemary, garlic powder, and salt. Add chicken pieces; coat well. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Toss onion rings and bell pepper with olive oil, remaining salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Soak wooden skewers if using.
- Thread marinated chicken and veggies onto skewers, discarding excess marinade.
- Grill kabobs for about 12-15 minutes, turning halfway through until chicken is cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 kabobs (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg