Best 5 Marinated Chicken Zucchini Kabobs Recipes

Mesmerize your taste buds with the vibrant flavors of marinated chicken zucchini kabobs, a culinary masterpiece that blends tender chicken, succulent zucchini, and an array of aromatic herbs and spices. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the delectable possibilities of this delightful dish, guiding you through the art of marinating, skewering, and grilling, ensuring each bite is a symphony of smoky, savory, and zesty sensations.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN KABOBS

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These Chicken Kabobs are made with chicken breasts, a flavorful chicken kabob marinade and vegetables. This colorful meal is easy to make on the grill or in the oven.

Provided by Kristine Rosenblatt

Categories Main Course

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar (or honey)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or dried oregano)
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 ¼ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces)
2 small or 1 medium zucchini (sliced into ½-inch thick rounds)
1 red bell pepper (cut into 1-inch pieces)
1 yellow bell pepper (cut into 1-inch pieces)
1 small red or yellow onion (cut into 1-inch chunks with a few layers still together)
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

If using wooden skewers, soak them in a dish of warm water for at least 20 minutes.
Combine the chicken marinade ingredients in a zip-top bag or dish: olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, Italian seasoning and black pepper. Squish to mix in the bag or whisk if using a dish.
Add the chicken pieces to the marinade. Make sure that all of the chicken is coated with the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
Place the zucchini rounds and chopped bell peppers in a baking dish or bowl. Drizzle with the 1 ½ tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss gently to coat. Add the onion to the bowl last and mix in very gently so that the onion layers stay together as best as possible.
Put the chicken and vegetables on the skewers, dividing evenly between the 8 skewers and arranging the vegetable pieces in between the chicken pieces. Aim to put about 3 chicken pieces and 2-3 pieces of each vegetable per skewer. Discard all of the used marinade that held the chicken.
Grill over medium heat for 12-18 minutes, turning every few minutes to cook all sides evenly. Kabobs are done when chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165° F.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 skewers, Calories 407 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 91 mg, Sodium 747 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 11 g, UnsaturatedFat 18 g

TERIYAKI CHICKEN KABOBS

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Chicken is marinaded in a sweet light glaze to create this grilled kabob recipe. Another recipe from Land O Lakes website.

Provided by diner524

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/3 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons ketchup
1 teaspoon garlic, finely chopped
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into about 32 (1-inch)
8 pineapple chunks (1-inch)
8 cherry tomatoes
1 green bell pepper, cut into 8 (1-inch)
1 zucchini, cut into 8 (1-inch)

Steps:

Combine all marinade ingredients in large resealable plastic food bag. Reserve 2 tablespoons marinade; set aside. Add chicken pieces. Tightly seal bag. Turn bag several times to coat chicken well. Place in 13x9-inch pan. Refrigerate, turning occasionally, at least 3 hours or overnight.
Heat 1 side of gas grill on medium or charcoal grill until coals are ash white. Remove chicken from marinade with slotted spoon; discard marinade.
To assemble kabobs, alternately thread chicken, pineapple, tomatoes, green pepper and zucchini onto skewers.
Place kabobs onto grill. Grill, turning and brushing occasionally with reserved marinade, until chicken reaches at least 170°F or until juices run clear when pierced with fork (15 to 20 minutes).

MARINATED CHICKEN KABOBS

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This great summer recipe was given to me by a friend years ago. You can put any vegetables you want on the skewers. Don't be worried when you see the light corn syrup in the ingredients, it comes together great! It's a great change. You can even skip the vegetables and just skewer the chicken. Enjoy!

Provided by D.DETMANN

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 2h35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup vegetable oil
½ cup soy sauce
½ cup light corn syrup
¼ cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
½ teaspoon garlic powder
garlic salt to taste
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
1 (8 ounce) package fresh chopped mushrooms
2 onions, quartered
1 green bell pepper, cut into large chunks

Steps:

In a medium bowl, blend vegetable oil, soy sauce, light corn syrup, lemon juice, sesame seeds, garlic powder, and garlic salt. Place chicken in the mixture. Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator at least 2 hours.
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat, and lightly oil grate. Thread chicken onto skewers alternately with mushrooms, onions, and green bell pepper. Pour marinade into a saucepan, and bring to a boil. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes.
Place skewers on the prepared grill. Cook 15 to 20 minutes, turning frequently, until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. Baste with the boiled marinade frequently during the last 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 815.7 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 58.5 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 32.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 1995 mg, Sugar 16 g

MARINATED CHICKEN & ZUCCHINI KABOBS

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These tasty (and healthy!) kabobs are a family favorite. You can change them up with turkey tenderloins and other veggies, like summery squash or sweet bell peppers. -Tammy Slade, Stansbury Park, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3/4 cup lemon-lime soda
1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup canola oil, divided
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or turkey breast tenderloins, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 medium red onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine soda, soy sauce and 1/4 cup oil. Add chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight., Drain chicken, discarding marinade. On eight metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread chicken and vegetables. Brush vegetables with remaining oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper., On a greased grill, cook kabobs, covered, over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, turning occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 344mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

YUMMY HONEY CHICKEN KABOBS

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Chicken kabobs marinated in a sweet and sour sauce are a fun alternative to usual barbecue fare. The honey-soy mixture does double duty as a marinade and a basting sauce, adding delicious flavor to every bite of juicy chicken. Use fresh mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, or other veggies and marinate overnight if desired. Don't have a grill? These can be cooked under your broiler.

Provided by Ann Marie

Categories BBQ & Grilled Chicken Skewers and Kabobs

Time 2h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

⅓ cup honey
⅓ cup soy sauce
¼ cup vegetable oil
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch cubes
5 small onion, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 medium red bell peppers, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 cloves garlic
12 bamboo skewers, or as needed, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Steps:

Whisk together honey, soy sauce, oil, and black pepper for marinade in a large glass bowl. Remove 1/4 cup of the marinade to a small jar; seal and set aside to use while cooking.
Add chicken, onions, bell peppers, and garlic to the marinade in the large bowl. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours or overnight.
When ready to cook, preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
Drain marinade from the chicken and vegetables, and discard marinade. Thread chicken and vegetables alternately onto skewers.
Place kabobs on the preheated grill. Cook, turning frequently and brushing with the reserved marinade, until the chicken is no longer pink in the middle and the juices run clear, 12 to 15 minutes total.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 44.8 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 442.3 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

Tips:

To save time, use pre-cut zucchini and chicken strips.
If you don't have skewers, you can use metal straws or wooden chopsticks.
For a smoky flavor, grill the kabobs over mesquite or hickory wood chips.
If you're short on time, you can marinate the chicken for as little as 30 minutes.
To prevent the kabobs from sticking to the grill, lightly oil the grates before cooking.

Conclusion:

Marinated chicken and zucchini kabobs are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy a summer meal. They're easy to make and can be grilled, baked, or pan-fried. With a variety of marinades to choose from, you can customize the kabobs to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give these kabobs a try. You won't be disappointed!