Grilled chicken skewers

Grilled chicken skewers are a popular dish featuring bite-sized pieces of chicken marinated in herbs and spices, threaded onto skewers, and cooked over an open flame. Common ingredients include chicken breast or thigh, lemon, garlic, olive oil, and herbs like oregano or cumin. This dish is found worldwide, with notable variations such as Greek souvlaki, Middle Eastern shish tawook, and Japanese yakitori.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Grilled chicken skewers are a high-protein, low-carb dish, making them a lean and satisfying meal option. A typical serving (about 4-6 ounces of chicken) provides around 200-300 calories, along with essential nutrients like B vitamins, selenium, and phosphorus.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	225 kcal
Protein	35 g
Carbs	2 g
Fat	8 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	450 mg
Potassium	380 mg
Phosphorus	260 mg
Niacin (B3)	12 mg
Vitamin B6	0.8 mg
Vitamin B12	0.5 mcg
Selenium	30 mcg
Iron	1.5 mg
Zinc	2.5 mg

Per 3 skewers (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, skewered meats are one of the oldest and most universal cooking methods, symbolizing communal grilling traditions across continents. Nutritionally, grilling allows excess fat to drip away, often resulting in a healthier preparation compared to frying.