Mediterranean Chicken Skewers With Hummus Spread (Printable Version)

Tender grilled chicken skewers with zesty marinade, served over creamy homemade hummus for a satisfying Mediterranean feast.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken & Marinade

01 - 1.3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1.2-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)

# How To Make It:

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. Marinate for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
02 - While chicken marinates, prepare the hummus: In a food processor, blend chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, and salt until smooth. Add water a tablespoon at a time to reach a creamy, spreadable consistency. Adjust seasoning if needed.
03 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread marinated chicken pieces onto skewers.
04 - Grill chicken skewers for 12–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked and lightly charred.
05 - Spread hummus on a serving platter. Arrange grilled chicken skewers on top. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges, pita bread, and fresh veggies if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The marinade does double duty tenderizing the chicken while building layers of smoky spice
  • Grilling adds those irresistible charred bits that everyone fights over
  • Having hummus ready to spread means you can build your perfect bite every time
02 -
  • Soaking wooden skewers for 30 minutes prevents them from burning on the grill
  • Don't overcrowd the grill or the chicken will steam instead of getting those gorgeous grill marks
  • Letting the hummus come to room temperature before serving makes it even creamier
03 -
  • If using wooden skewers soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after grilling so the juices redistribute

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