Mediterranean Chicken Skewers Hummus (Printable)
Tender marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection with creamy hummus spread
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken & Marinade
01 - 1.3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1.25-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 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
09 - 0.25 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 - 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
16 - 0.5 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)
# Method:
01 - In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken cubes and toss to coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
02 - In a food processor, blend chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, and salt until completely smooth. Add water one tablespoon at a time until you achieve a creamy, spreadable consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
03 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, approximately 375-400°F. Prepare skewers by threading marinated chicken pieces evenly, leaving slight space between pieces for even cooking.
04 - Place chicken skewers on the preheated grill. Cook for 12-15 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes to ensure even charring on all sides. Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F and chicken is no longer pink in the center.
05 - Spread prepared hummus evenly across a serving platter. Arrange grilled chicken skewers on top of the hummus bed. Garnish generously with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges, warm pita bread, and fresh vegetable slices if desired.
# Insider Tips:
01 -
- The hummus spread transforms ordinary grilled chicken into something that feels like a restaurant meal but comes together in under an hour
- Everything can be prepped ahead, making it perfect for stress-free entertaining with friends
02 -
- Salt your hummus gradually because tahini brands vary dramatically in saltiness
- Soaking wooden skewers for 30 minutes prevents them from burning on the grill
03 -
- Let the hummus come to room temperature before serving for the creamiest texture
- A squeeze of fresh lemon juice right before serving wakes up all the flavors