Mediterranean Chicken Skewers With Hummus (Printable)
Tender grilled chicken skewers with aromatic spices, served over creamy homemade hummus spread for a satisfying Mediterranean meal.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Chicken & Marinade
01 - 1.3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1.2-inch cubes
02 - 3 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp lemon juice
04 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 tsp ground cumin
06 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
07 - 1 tsp dried oregano
08 - 1/2 tsp salt
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Hummus Spread
10 - 1 can (14 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
11 - 3 tbsp tahini
12 - 2 tbsp lemon juice
13 - 2 tbsp olive oil
14 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
15 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
16 - 1/2 tsp salt
17 - 2-4 tbsp water (as needed)
→ Serving & Garnish
18 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
19 - Lemon wedges
20 - Pita bread (optional)
21 - Cherry tomatoes and cucumber slices (optional)
# How To Make:
01 - Combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Add chicken cubes and toss thoroughly to coat. Allow to marinate for at least 20 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for deeper flavor penetration.
02 - While chicken marinates, blend chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, and salt in a food processor until completely smooth. Gradually add water, one tablespoon at a time, until achieving a creamy, spreadable consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
03 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread marinated chicken pieces evenly onto skewers, leaving slight space between pieces for proper heat circulation.
04 - Place skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, turning every 3 to 4 minutes to ensure even cooking. The chicken is done when fully cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F and shows light char marks.
05 - Spread prepared hummus generously across a serving platter. Arrange grilled chicken skewers on top of the hummus bed. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges, warm pita bread, and fresh vegetable accompaniments if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The hummus creates an incredibly creamy base that keeps every bite moist and flavorful
- Weeknight dinner becomes something special with minimal effort and maximum reward
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- Soaking wooden skewers for 30 minutes prevents them from burning on the grill
- Letting the chicken rest for 5 minutes after grilling makes it noticeably more tender
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- Thread the skewers in a slight zigzag pattern rather than straight lines for more surface area on the grill
- Double the hummus recipe because it keeps well in the fridge and disappears as a snack