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Lemon basil chicken skewers on a plate with lemon wedges.

Easy Oven-Baked Lemon Basil Chicken Skewers Recipe

Oven-Baked Lemon Basil Chicken Skewers are the perfect base to any healthy meal! The chicken is juicy, tender, and bursting with fresh flavor. Easily customize this dish to serve with salad, pasta, grains, or vegetables!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 163 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • 3 Metal Skewers

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Pound Chicken Breast, cut into small cubes Chicken tenders will save on prep time!
  • 2-3 Tablespoons Chopped Basil
  • 2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 Teaspoon Salt
  • ½ Teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Start by adding chicken breast into a large bowl with lemon juice, chopped basil, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix together until chicken is evenly coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Slide each piece of chicken onto the skewer. Do not pack too tight or they will not cook evenly.
  • Place the chicken skewers on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for about 20-25 minutes. (Depending on how thick the chicken pieces are.) Broil for 2-4 minutes to give them a little golden-brown color.

Notes

Expert Tips

  • If you plan to use wooden skewers, make sure you soak them in water first to avoid burning. (Especially if you grill or broil them.)
  • Marinate the chicken the day before to allow more time for the flavors to soak in.
  • Instead of using plastic wrap while marinating the chicken, try these W&P reusable silicone stretch lids! They're my favorite.
  • The metal skewers get HOT. Use an oven mitt when removing the chicken from the skewers.
  • Do not overcook the skewers or the chicken will get dry.
  • Use a meat thermometer to make sure the chicken has cooked through. The internal temperature of the chicken should be 165 degrees.

How To Store Leftovers

To store leftovers, remove the chicken from the metal skewers. Place in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
** See full post for more information and step by step photos.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 163kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 24gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 713mgPotassium: 434mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 89IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 1mg
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