Juicy Baked Chicken Skewers (25 Mins!)

These easy baked chicken skewers are perfectly seasoned and use a yogurt based marinade for extra juiciness. Pair with your favourite side and you have the perfect weeknight meal.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken breast (cut into 1 inch pieces (or sub boneless thighs))
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 cup whole milk yogurt
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup lemon juice (approx. juice of 1 lemon)
• 1 teaaspoon lemon zest
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 3 tablespoons butter (melted)
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes (or herb of liking)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1In a medium sized bowl, combine the 2 pounds chicken breast pieces, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 cup whole milk yogurt, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1/4 cup lemon juice, 1 teaaspoon lemon zest, 4 cloves garlic , 2 teaspoons salt, 2 teaspoons paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon. Mix well, cover with plastic wrap and marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour, or overnight for maximum favour.
2. 2Preheat the oven to 450℉. Thread the chicken breast pieces on metal skewers. If using wooden skewers, soak them for 15 minutes before threading.
3. 3Place a piece of foil to cover the bottom of a large baking sheet and place a metal wire rack over top. Place the chicken skewers on top and bake for 13 minutes or until white on the inside. You may need to bake longer if your chicken pieces are larger, but do not over bake (check them at the 13 minute mark and add 1-2 minutes if required). For additional colour, broil for 5 minutes.
4. 4For the butter baste, combine the melted 3 tablespoons butter with the 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes and brush the chicken skewers just before broiling. This step adds flavour, moisture and colour.