Make the most of late summer produce with these Mediterranean Chicken and Artichoke Kebabs! This healthy dinner is made entirely on the grill, no need for a steamer basket or boiling artichokes. (gluten-free, dairy-free)
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You guys, I have been on a roll with my grilling skills lately! I just can’t help but make all of my dinners outside right now since the weather is finally starting to cool down just a bit. And since a meal on the grill means less mess in my kitchen, I am all for cooking a healthy dinner outside!
If you’re a huge fan of artichokes like I am, you have got to try them grilled. With a little lemon, a tender center, and a smoky char on the outside, grilled artichokes are just irresistible this time of year! Although – fun fact – Ocean Mist Farms, the largest grower of fresh artichokes in the US, grows fresh artichokes year round. So you can heat your house in the coming months by steaming some ‘chokes inside, but for now, grilling is where it’s at with these tasty Mediterranean Chicken and Artichoke Kebabs!
You may be thinking, but don’t you have to steam artichokes before grilling them? Well technically, yes. BUT you can do that part on the grill, too, with a little help from aluminum foil. Just make a little pouch for your cut artichokes and you can steam them right on the grill while you prepare the remaining ingredients. Then you just toss the foil and carry on with the recipe. It’s so easy!
These Mediterranean Chicken and Artichoke Kebabs are full of flavor thanks to a delicious marinade and healthy Mediterranean vegetables, including fresh artichokes. Protein and fiber make this a filling and nutritious dinner. If you want to add a starchy component, serve with cooked quinoa or throw some baby potatoes on the grill alongside the kebabs. It makes an easy and delicious weeknight meal that the whole family will love.
These yummy kebabs would also make great game-day food for upcoming football season! People love food on sticks. And since cleanup is so easy, you can relax and enjoy the game too while eating a delicious, healthy meal!
Mediterranean Chicken and Artichoke Kebabs
Make the most of late summer produce with these Mediterranean Chicken and Artichoke Kebabs! This healthy dinner is made entirely on the grill, no need for a steamer basket or boiling artichokes. (gluten-free, dairy-free)
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main dish
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 4 small Ocean Mist Farms artichokes
- Juice of 3 lemons
- Ice water
- 1/2 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 red onion
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes. Place in a non-reactive container with garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, lemon, olive oil and vinegar. Stir to coat and marinate, refrigerated, 30 minutes to an hour. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water while chicken marinates.
- While chicken is marinating, prepare artichokes. Remove large outer leaves, then cut off stem and pointy tips. Cut artichokes into quarters, scrape out fuzzy chokes. Place artichoke quarters in a large bowl filled with ice water and juice of 3 lemons as you work to prevent browning.
- Heat grill to medium heat. Place artichokes on a large piece of foil and fold over sides to make a closed foil packet. Steam artichokes on the grill for 15-20 minutes or until soft. Remove from heat.
- Meanwhile, cut bell pepper and onion into 1-inch pieces.
- Thread chicken, steamed artichokes, tomatoes, peppers and onions onto skewers. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Grill skewers, turning every few minutes until chicken is cooked though. It should reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove from grill and serve immediately.
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Mona says
August 31, 2017 at 3:12 pmI always say – one can never have too many chicken recipes. This one looks aweseome!
Kaleigh says
August 31, 2017 at 4:28 pmTRUTH! Thanks so much for stopping by, Mona!