Mediterranean Chicken Skewers Hummus (Printable)

Tender marinated chicken skewers grilled and served with creamy hummus spread for an irresistible Mediterranean meal.

# What you'll need:

→ Chicken & Marinade

01 - 1.3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1.2 inch cubes
02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
04 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
06 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Hummus Spread

10 - 1 can (14 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
11 - 3 tablespoons tahini
12 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
13 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
14 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
15 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
16 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
17 - 2-4 tablespoons water (as needed)

→ Serving & Garnish

18 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
19 - Lemon wedges
20 - Pita bread (optional)
21 - Cherry tomatoes and cucumber slices (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Add chicken cubes and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 20 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor penetration.
02 - Process chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, and salt in a food processor until completely smooth. Add water one tablespoon at a time, blending between additions, until reaching a creamy, spreadable consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
03 - Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high temperature (approximately 375-400°F). Thread marinated chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving slight space between pieces for even cooking.
04 - Place skewers on the preheated grill. Cook for 12-15 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and develops light char marks on all sides.
05 - Spread prepared hummus evenly across a serving platter. Arrange grilled chicken skewers over the hummus. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges, pita bread, and fresh vegetable accompaniments if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The hummus spread underneath keeps everything incredibly moist and adds this creamy element that ties all the flavors together
  • Marinating the chicken ahead of time means most of the work happens before you even start cooking
  • These are perfect for feeding a crowd and everyone can customize their own plate with whatever toppings they love
02 -
  • Soak wooden skewers in water for at least thirty minutes before threading to prevent them from burning on the grill
  • Do not over-marinate the chicken or the lemon will actually start to cook the meat and make it mushy instead of tender
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after grilling so all those delicious juices redistribute instead of running onto your plate
03 -
  • Use metal skewers if you have them since they conduct heat and help cook the chicken from the inside out for more even results
  • Double the hummus recipe because you will want extra for snacking while the chicken grills

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