If you’re like me, you like to grill year round. Weather doesn’t always permit, and for those days you can make these Cast Iron Grilled Chicken Skewers! They are gluten-free and paleo approved tender chicken fillets smothered in a custom marinade, grilled to perfection.
Cast Iron skillet recipes are some of the best recipes. It really makes things like how to cook kabobs on the stove possible. If you want an excellent side to pair with these, you can try a few different options, the Skillet Mushroom Asparagus recipe is light and really good but we have also made Pretzel Bites if we are doing an appetizer night.
Cast Iron Grilled Chicken Skewers Recipe
What you need
1½ lb. of boneless Chicken Thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
Bamboo skewersBamboo skewers, soaked for at least an hour in water
Cast Iron Skillet
Marinade
½ cup of Greek Yogurt
6 fat cloves of Garlic
1 teaspoon of Coriander Powder
½ teaspoon of Cumin Powder
1 teaspoon of Smoked Paprika
½ teaspoon of Cayenne Pepper (optional)
½ teaspoon of Nutmeg
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoon of Olive Oil + plus more for grilling
½ teaspoon of Cinnamon
Salt and Pepper to taste
Serves 6
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How to make Cast Iron Grilled Chicken Skewers Recipe
In a large bowl, combine all the ingredient under “Marinade” and give it a good whisk. Taste and add more salt if necessary.
Add the cleaned and cubed chicken thighs and mix well. Make sure every bit of the chicken is well covered with the marinade. This is best done in a resealable bag or Ziploc.
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Marinate the chicken from anywhere from ½ hour to 4 hours. Also, soak the wooden skewers in cold water.
Thread the chicken pieces onto the wooden skewers.
Heat a cast iron grill pan till it is very very hot. Using a silicone brush, lightly grease the grill pan with oil. Place the prepared skewers in a single layer. Sear for 3 to 4 minutes before turning. Baste the skewers with oil before turning. Sear again for 3 to 4 minutes. Keep basting with oil and rotate the chicken on all sides till opaque and fully cooked
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Serve your Cast Iron Grilled Chicken Skewers with a squeeze of lemon and a side of your choice.
Notes
Chicken thighs work best for this kind of kebabs, as it is more favorable. If using chicken breasts, do not marinade more than 2 hours, as the lemon juice will toughen the meat.
Cast Iron Skillet Grilled Chicken Skewers
Tender chicken fillets smothered in a custom marinade then grilled to perfection.
- 1½ lb. Chicken Thighs (boneless, cut into bite-sized pieces)
Marinade
- ½ cup Greek Yogurt
- 6 Garlic (fat cloves)
- 1 teaspoon Coriander
- ½ teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- ½ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (optional)
- ½ teaspoon Cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon Nutmeg
- Lemon (Zest, juice)
- 2 tablespoon Olive Oil (keep extra for skillet)
- Salt
- Pepper
Utensils
- Bamboo Skewers (soaked for at least an hour in water)
- Cast Iron Skillet
- Mixing Bowls
- Measure Spoons
- In a large bowl, combine all the ingredient under “Marinade” and give it a good whisk. Taste and add more salt if necessary.
- Add the cleaned and cubed chicken thighs and mix well. Make sure every bit of the chicken pieces are well covered with the marinade. This is best done in a resealable bag or Ziploc.
- Marinate the chicken from anywhere between ½ hour to 4 hours. Also soak the wooden skewers in cold water.
- Thread the chicken pieces in to the wooden skewers.
- Heat a cast iron grill pan till it is very very hot. Using a silicone brush, lightly grease the grill pan with oil. Place the prepared skewers in a single layer. Sear for 3 to 4 minutes before turning. Baste the skewers with oil before turning. Sear again for 3 to 4 minutes. Keep basting with oil and rotate the chicken on all sides till opaque and fully cooked
- Serve with a squeeze of lemon and rice pilaf.
Chicken thighs work best for this kind of kebabs, as it is more favorable. If using chicken breasts, do not marinade more than 2 hours, as the lemon juice will toughen the meat.
The recipe is Gluten Free and Paleo approved.
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says
I love using my cast iron pan for so many things. I used to have a grill pan, but I have no idea what happened to it. I need a new one!
Laura @ Mommy Dearest says
These look so good. I haven’t used my cast iron skillet in so long, I think it’s time to break it out and make these. I have everything on this list too. I also think anything on a stick is a big hit with the kids.
Beth Davidson says
My husband and I have been talking about getting a cast iron skillet but haven’t done it yet. But it’s my birthday Wednesday, so maybe it’s time. :) Thanks for linking all those highly-reviewed ones, makes my research easier!
Angela Tolsma says
We used to BBQ year round and then we moved and our new place doesn’t allow patio bbq’s. It was the sadest thing ever to find out. These seriously sound so amazing!
Marissa says
I had this same situation at an apartment once. We had a fireplace so we went and bought a small grill we could put in the fireplace. Worked perfectly.
TaraTeaspoon says
This recipe looks delicious !! The sauce you put on the chicken is making my mouth water, I’m going to have to make this !!
Rachel says
I happen to have a grill pan just waiting to be used. I am always looking for food I can prep ahead of time and make on the stove.
Cassie S says
chicken and shrimp skewers have been my latest obsession! I love how you can mix them up with different vegetables and spices to change the taste. They are super convenient to make as well. I love this recipe and I’ll definitely mix it in with my other skewer recipes :) thanks!
Jessica Joachim says
Oh man this looks amazing! I love cooking with cast iron. It makes me think of my grandma since that is all she ever used!
Taylor Aube says
The skewers on the rice looks soooo yummy! I want to try this recipe because it looks so easy and flavorful. Yum!
Angela Cardamone @marathonsandmotivation.com says
Yum, these look absolutely amazing! I think my entire family will LOVE this recipe, can’t wait to try it!!
Maria Katsulos says
These look so yummy! And what a good tip (at least for a novice chef like me) to not over-marinate the chicken breasts!
shandy kaye says
Great recipe and super easy. Grilled chicken are a classic every cook should know how to make.
brittany says
Oh wow these look absolutely amazing! I love chicken dishes but this looks like you’ve taken it to a whole new level!
Cindy Ingalls says
I’m always looking for new ways to use my cast iron skillet. It usually sits on my stove top collecting dust, but this recipe has inspired me to grease it up and try it again.
Scarlet at Family Food says
The seasoning sounds so good for the chicken skewers. You had me at yogurt and coriander. Plus, I love to cook with a cast iron skillet. Thanks for the new idea!
kimberly lewis says
I haven’t had dinner yet, and now you are making me so hungry! they look so good!
Andrea says
I love my cast iron pan when camping but I need to use it at home more! A little nervous with my glass-top stove. These look great!
Angela Ricardo Bethea says
Oh, my!! It looks delicious and I think my hubby will really love this recipe. I will give this a try for our Valentine’s dinner night.
Heather says
These look great! With a really fun presentation, I’m sure my daughters will be excited to try this new meal in our home too.
Melissa says
These look yummy, and I even think my picky eater will give these a try :)
Ifeoluwa says
These look so yummy! perfect for a cookout with the family. I might need a grill to make it