Grilled Rainbow Chicken Skewers

Name: Grilled Rainbow Chicken Skewers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 3
Cuisine: Internacional
Ingredients: 500 g chicken breast (cut into medium cubes); 1 piece green bell pepper (cut into squares); 1 piece red bell pepper (cut into squares); 1 piece yellow bell pepper (cut into squares); 1 piece white onion (cut into large chunks for layering); 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp sweet paprika; 1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste); 6 pieces wooden or metal skewers

Juicy, marinated chicken breast cubes threaded onto skewers with crisp green, red, and yellow bell peppers and sweet onions, grilled to tender perfection with a smoky char.

35 min Easy Internacional 3 servings

The story behind

This recipe is my ultimate, foolproof go-to for casual weekend backyard barbecues. It all started on a bright, sunny afternoon when I wanted to whip up something vibrant, easy to grab, and guaranteed to please a hungry crowd. I decided to chop up some colorful bell peppers and toss the chicken in a simple savory spice blend before threading it all together. Watching the vegetables pick up those beautiful grill marks and the onions turn sweet and caramelized on the fire is always pure joy. They are absolutely perfect for sharing at an outdoor family gathering or a laid-back block party. I love serving them over a fluffy bed of white rice or alongside some roasted potatoes, and a crisp, cold blonde ale or a glass of iced sweet tea finishes off the meal beautifully.

Ingredients

500 g chicken breast (cut into medium cubes)
1 piece green bell pepper (cut into squares)
1 piece red bell pepper (cut into squares)
1 piece yellow bell pepper (cut into squares)
1 piece white onion (cut into large chunks for layering)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp sweet paprika
1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
6 pieces wooden or metal skewers

Instructions

1

If you are using wooden bamboo skewers, submerge them in water for about 20 minutes before assembling to prevent them from scorching on the hot grill.
2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, sweet paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss in the cubed chicken breast and stir thoroughly until every piece is coated in the marinade. Let it rest for at least 15 minutes.
3

Prep your vegetables by cutting the white onion and the green, red, and yellow bell peppers into uniform square chunks that match the size of your chicken pieces.
4

Assemble the skewers by threading a piece of pepper, a layer of onion, and a cube of marinated chicken onto the stick. Repeat this colorful sequence until the skewer is filled, leaving a bit of space empty at the ends for easy handling.
5

Preheat your outdoor grill, grill pan, or a large skillet over medium-high heat and brush it with a tiny amount of oil to prevent sticking.
6

Place the skewers down and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, turning them a quarter-turn every 3 to 4 minutes. This ensures the chicken cooks safely through while the vegetables become tender and pick up a gorgeous, smoky char on the edges.
7

Remove from the heat and serve the skewers immediately while steaming hot.

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