Mediterranean Chicken Skewers
⚡ KevEats Recipe
Smoked & Seared Mediterranean Chicken Skewer Bowls
Smoky chicken skewers, lemon rice, herbs, and macro-friendly Mediterranean flavors.
Light smoke for depth, then a ripping hot sear for charred edges. Served over lemon rice to keep carbs and protein close to a 1:1 balance — filling, fresh, and ridiculously flavorful.
415Calories
37gProtein
37gCarbs
10gFat
Ingredients
Chicken + Marinade
- 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon, zest + juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp cumin
- ¾ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Lemon Rice
- 1 cup dry basmati or jasmine rice
- 2 cups water or broth
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp olive oil or butter
- 1 lemon, zest + juice
- 2 tbsp parsley or dill
Optional Toppings
- Tzatziki or garlic yogurt sauce
- Cucumber + tomato salad
- Pickled red onions
- Extra herbs + lemon wedges
Instructions
- 1 Whisk yogurt, olive oil, lemon, garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss with chicken and marinate at least 30 minutes.
- 2 Rinse rice well. Cook rice with water/broth and salt until fluffy. Finish with lemon zest, lemon juice, and herbs.
- 3 Thread chicken onto skewers, leaving space between pieces for even cooking.
- 4 Smoke skewers at 225°F for 25–35 minutes until chicken reaches about 145–150°F internally.
- 5 Finish on a ripping hot grill or skillet for 1–2 minutes per side until deeply charred and chicken reaches 165°F.
- 6 Build bowls with ~¾ cup cooked rice and ~5 oz cooked chicken. Finish with herbs, lemon, and light tzatziki if desired.
Kev Tip
The smoke + high heat sear combo gives you grilled flavor without drying out the chicken.
Macro Tip
Use chicken breast and go lighter on sauces for the leanest version. Chicken thighs add more flavor but increase fats.
