Baked Chicken Kabobs In The Oven

These chicken kabobs are so easy to make, and you don't even need a grill! Each bite is balanced with juicy marinated chicken and tender vegetables that are loaded with flavor. And since these baked chicken kabobs cook entirely in the oven, it's the perfect busy weeknight dinner!

The Best Chicken Kabobos In The Oven

If you don't have a grill at home, you can still make incredibly delicious chicken skewers. And these baked chicken kabobs in the oven turn out perfect every single time.

This recipe takes chicken breasts and soaks them in a flavorful marinade loaded with fresh lemon and herbs. Then the chicken is layered between fresh vegetables before being baked to juicy, tender perfection.

It's just so good!

Honestly, these oven baked chicken chicken kabobs taste even better in the oven than on the grill, and I think they're much easier to make too. All you have to do for this healthy chicken recipe is marinate the chicken, assemble the skewers, and then the oven takes care of the rest.

Since most of the time spent making these baked chicken skewers is pretty inactive, you'll have plenty of time to whip up some tasty sides to serve with them. If you're looking for what to serve with chicken kabobs, I love making these Crockpot cheesy potatoes or these rice noodles.

INGREDIENTS

The ingredient list for these chicken kabobs in the oven is about as easy as it gets. Honestly, you probably have most - if not all - of the ingredients you'll need on hand already.

Check out everything you'll need for the chicken skewers:

• 1lb. chicken breasts, skinless, boneless
• 1 red bell peppers, seeded. Cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 purple onion, cut into wedges
• 8 wooden or bamboo skewers (or metal)

Here's what you'll need for the marinade:

• 3 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 lemon, zested
• 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Not too shabby, eh?!

By the way, if you're looking for another equally delicious chicken recipe, then I definitely suggest you check out this lemon chicken next. The recipe uses many of the same ingredients for the chicken, plus a few for the breading. 

Or, if you want some more kabobs, you can use the same veggies to make these steak kabobs in the oven!

INGREDIENT SUBSTITUTIONS AND SUGGESTIONS

While I always make these baked chicken kabobs with the ingredients listed above, there's definitely some wiggle room for you to swap some ingredients to suit your preferences.

For instance, when it comes to chicken, I prefer boneless skinless chicken breasts because they're cheap and easy to find. That said, you could also use boneless chicken thighs if you want for this chicken kebab recipe.

As for the skewers, if you don't have bamboo skewers, then you can use metal skewers. Just keep in mind you won't have to soak the metal ones in water before you cook the kabobs in the oven. But the metal skewers will be super hot when they come out of the oven, so you'll want to make sure you don't touch them with your hands.

HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN KABOBS IN THE OVEN

Now that we have all of that covered, it's time to make oven baked chicken kabobs!

And trust me when I say this recipe couldn't be any easier. Honestly, the hardest part will be waiting for the chicken kabob marinade to do its thing.

So, with that said, let's stop wasting time and get into how to cook chicken kabobs in the oven!

STEP 1: MARINADE THE CHICKEN BREAST

First, begin by cutting the chicken pieces into 1-inch bite sized pieces.

Then you can make the marinade by combining all of the ingredients in a large bowl. You'll want to mix well to fully combine everything, then you can add the chicken cubes and let them marinate for at least 1 hour in the fridge.

STEP 2: PREP WORK

While the chicken is marinating, you'll want to soak the wooden skewers - if you're using them - in water for 30 minutes.

Then, once the time is almost up on the skewers and chicken marinade, preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet pan with aluminum foil. 

When the oven is hot, remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.

STEP 3: ASSEMBLE AND BAKE THE SKEWERS

Now it's time to build the skewers!

To do this, remove the skewers from the water and begin alternating threading the chicken cubes, bell pepper, zucchini, and onions on each skewer.

Then, once you've assembled all of the chicken skewers, place them on a wire rack atop your baking sheet and bake the kabobs in the oven for 25-30 minutes, stopping to flip them halfway through cooking.

When they're baked to perfection, allow the kabobs to rest for 5 minutes before serving them with any sides that you want.

Enjoy!

HOW TO STORE CHICKEN KABOBS

This recipe for oven baked chicken kabobs makes 4 servings, so it should be just enough for a big family dinner or lunch for two with leftovers.

Speaking of leftovers, if you end up with any, you're in luck because they taste great the next day! You can store your leftover chicken kabobs in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.

Alternatively, to keep them for longer, just freeze them in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag off the skewered for up to 4 months. 

HOW TO REHEAT CHICKEN KABOBS

When you're ready to enjoy your chicken kabobs again, they're pretty good cold, but they're even better reheated.

The best way to reheat your kabobs is to wrap them in foil and put them on a wire rack. Then you can heat them in the oven at 350°F for about 10-12 minutes or until they're warmed through. And if you're reheating frozen chicken, you'll want to let it thaw in the fridge overnight. 

FAQS About These Chicken Kabobs In The Oven

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO COOK KABOBS IN THE OVEN?

It will take about 25 minutes to cook kabobs in the oven at 375°F. Now, the exact time needed to cook chicken skewers in the oven will depend on the thickness of your chicken breast, so just keep that in mind.

CAN YOU COOK KABOBS IN THE OVEN?

Yes, you can cook kabobs in the oven! Don't get me wrong, kabobs taste great on the grill, but they taste just as good - if not better - when you cook them in an oven. And they're much easier to make, too, and cook perfectly each time.

WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO COOK CHICKEN KABOBS?

The best way to cook kabobs is in the oven. All you have to do is marinate the chicken, then put it on the skewers along with the veggies and let the oven take care of everything else. 

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE FOR CHICKEN KABOBS?

The exact time will vary depending on the temperature you bake the chicken kabobs, but 25-30 minutes at 375°F in the oven is perfect. As long as the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, you're good to go.

Can you put wooden skewers in the oven?

Yes, you can put wooden skewers in the oven. With that said, you'll need to soak them in water for about 20-30 minutes before putting them in the oven. You have to do this if you're grilling, too, to keep the wood from burning.

WRAPPING IT UP

Well, that's how to make chicken kabobs in the oven!

If you don't usually make chicken kebabs because you don't have a grill or can't use it, this recipe using the oven is everything you need. It truly is so simple to make and results in perfectly juicy and moist chicken with tender veggies that are all packed with so much flavor.  

Anyway, I hope you enjoy this chicken kabobs recipe as much as I do.

As always, if you give it a try, leave a comment below and let us know how it turned out!

More Chicken Recipes

If this recipe has you craving even more easy chicken recipes, we have plenty more on the blog for you to try next.

Check all of these out:

• Pan fried chicken breast
• BBQ chicken sliders
• Panko chicken tenders
• Oven baked chicken with cream of chicken soup
• Oven baked chicken cutlets
• Baked chicken leg quarters

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