Grilled Low Carb Keto Chicken Kebab Skewers Recipe
This easy keto chicken kebab recipe can be grilled or made in the oven and is served with a luscious tzatziki sauce and low carb feta tomato salad for a perfect family friendly easy low-carb meal!
Keto Chicken Kebabs
These Grilled Low Carb Keto Chicken Kebab Skewers are marinated in olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic and herbs for juicy chicken kebabs packed with Mediterranean flavor.
Whether you’re following a keto diet, low-carb diet, or simply looking for easy weeknight dinners, these chicken kebab skewers are a family-friendly meal that can be made on the grill, in the oven on a baking tray, or even in the air fryer. Served with homemade tzatziki sauce and a fresh feta cheese salad, this easy summer dish is always a crowd favorite.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THESE KETO CHICKEN KEBABS
If you’re looking for easy weeknight dinners that the whole family will actually enjoy, these keto chicken recipe for kebabs are always a winner. The simple ingredients create a bright Mediterranean flavor profile with fresh lemon juice, garlic, herbs and olive oil.
These chicken kebabs are naturally low carb, high in protein and perfect for anyone following a keto diet or ketogenic diet. Whether you’re grilling outdoors during the summer or baking them on a sheet pan in the oven, they’re a delicious meal that never gets boring.
My favorite way to serve these chicken kababs is with homemade tzatziki sauce and a fresh feta cheese salad loaded with cucumbers and tomatoes.
SIMPLE INGREDIENTS FOR THE BEST CHICKEN KEBABS
You only need a handful of simple ingredients to make these juicy chicken kebabs:
- Chicken breasts or chicken breast cut into chunks
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh lemon juice
- Lemon zest
- Garlic cloves
- Dried oregano
- Dried thyme
- Sea salt
- Black pepper
- Green pepper
For serving:
- Cauliflower rice for a complete low carb meal
- Homemade tzatziki sauce
- Feta cheese salad
CHICKEN BREAST OR CHICKEN THIGHS?
While I used chicken breast in this keto chicken kebab recipe, chicken thighs work beautifully as well.
Chicken breasts are leaner and slightly higher in protein, making them ideal for a high-protein meal. Chicken thighs have a bit more fat and stay incredibly juicy on the grill.
Either cut of chicken works well with this lemon garlic herb marinade
WHAT TYPE OF SKEWERS WORK BEST?
You can use:
- Wooden skewers
- Bamboo skewers
- Reusable skewers
- Metal skewers
If using wooden skewers or bamboo skewers, soak them in water for at least 15 minutes before threading the chicken pieces onto them. This helps prevent burning while grilling.
I personally love reusable metal skewers because they’re sturdy and easy to clean.
TIPS FOR JUICY CHICKEN KEBABS EVERY TIME
A few simple tips will help ensure perfectly juicy chicken kebabs:
Allow the chicken kebabs to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Marinate for at least 30 minutes, but overnight is even better.
Cut the chicken pieces into similar sized chunks so they cook evenly.
Don’t overcrowd the skewers.
Cook over medium-high heat instead of very high heat.
Use a meat thermometer and cook until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
AIR FRYER CHICKEN KEBABS
Want an even easier way to make keto chicken kebabs?
Place the prepared skewers into your air fryer basket and cook at 380 degrees F for 10-12 minutes, turning halfway through cooking. Always check that the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F before serving.
This is a great option when you don’t want to fire up the grill.
​OVEN BAKED CHICKEN KEBABS
No grill? No problem.
Arrange the skewers on a baking tray or sheet pan lined with parchment paper and bake at 400 degrees F for 15-20 minutes.
For extra color, place the baking tray under the broiler for 1-2 minutes at the end of cooking.
WHAT ELSE CAN I USE THIS MARINADE FOR?
You could use this delicious lemon, garlic marinade for many other proteins besides chicken breasts. You could marinade some skinless chicken thighs, shrimp, scallops, turkey breasts and even salmon.
Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breast?
Yes! While this keto chicken kebab recipe uses chicken breast, boneless skinless chicken thighs are an excellent substitute. Chicken thighs provide a richer flavor profile and stay extra juicy when grilled.
Can I make chicken kebabs in the air fryer?
Absolutely. Place the chicken kebabs in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook at 380 degrees F for 10-12 minutes, turning halfway through cooking. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
What type of skewers work best?
Wooden skewers, bamboo skewers, reusable skewers, and metal skewers all work well. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 15 minutes before threading the chicken pieces to prevent burning.
How do I store leftover chicken kebabs?
Store leftover chicken kebabs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. They’re delicious the next day served over cauliflower rice, salad, or wrapped in lettuce leaves.
Can I add vegetables to the skewers?
Yes! Red onion, green pepper, red bell peppers, zucchini, and mushrooms all work beautifully with this lemon garlic marinade.
STORAGE AND MEAL PREP
Store leftover chicken kebabs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
They’re delicious cold the next day, sliced over a salad, served with cauliflower rice, or tucked into a low carb wrap with extra tzatziki sauce.
For meal prep, you can marinate the chicken the night before and keep it covered with plastic wrap in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
MORE KETO CHICKEN RECIPES
- Sheet Pan Cilantro Chicken Thighs
- Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken
- Keto Sticky BBQ Chicken Wings
- Keton Thai Chicken Cabbage Rolls
LOW CARB LEMON GARLIC CHICKEN KEBABS
Low-Carb Lemon, Garlic and Herb Chicken Kebabs with Tzatziki Sauce and Feta Tomato Salad
Ingredients
Kebabs
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 cloves garlic minced or 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 lemon juice fresh (or 2.5 ounces) or lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
- 3 large chicken breasts skinless, cut into 2 inch cubes (or 500g)
- 1 green bell pepper cut into 2 inch cubes (or 120g)
Tzatziki (3 tbsp per serving)
- 1/2 cucumber (150g with seeds / 120g minus seeds)
- 3/4 cup Greek yogurt (or 250g)
- 4 grams fresh dill finely chopped
- 4 grams fresh mint finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/2 lemon (juice of 1/2 lemon)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/16 teaspoon Pink Himalayan salt
Feta and Tomato Salad
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved (or 150g)
- 3.5 ounces feta crumbled (or 100g)
- 1 cucumber seeds removed and cut into 1cm moons (300g with seeds / 240g once seeds are removed)
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade for the kebabs by mixing the olive oil, herbs, garlic and lemon in bowl with salt and pepper. Add the cubed chicken and allow to marinade at least 30 minutes or ideally 2 hours. You can also marinade these the night before, cover and leave in the fridge. The longer you marinade the better the flavor.
- Thread the chicken onto skewers interspersed with green pepper. Note: if using wooden skewers soak in water for 15 minutes first and dry to prevent burning when cooking. This recipe makes 4 skewers.
- Grill Directions: Place on the grill and cook on medium heat for 10 – 15 minutes, rotating every 2 – 3 minutes until all sides are charred and the chicken is cooked through.
- Griddle Directions: Add olive oil to the griddle pan to prevent sticking and heat first on medium heat. Place on the griddle and cook for 10 – 15 minutes, rotating every 2 – 3 minutes until all sides are charred and the chicken is cooked through.
- Oven Directions: If roasting, preheat the oven to 400F / 200C / 180 fan and place on a grease proof lined baking tray. Bake for 15 – 20 minutes, turning a couple of times or until cooked through. Option to place under the broiler for 1 minute at the end to crisp up.
- Meanwhile make the tzatziki and salad.
Tzatziki
- Slice the cucumber in half lengthways, remove the seeds using a teaspoon and discard.
- Grate the rest of the cucumber and finely chop any bits you can’t grate. Texture is important here. Place in a muslin cloth, fine tea towel or strong kitchen roll and squeeze out the water.
- Add the pressed cucumber to a bowl with all the remaining tzatziki ingredients and stir to combine. Option to reserve a little of the olive oil and herbs to add to the top for garnish.
Feta and Tomato Salad
- Add all the ingredients to a mixing bowl and toss to combine.
- Serve chicken kebabs with tzatziki and salad.
- Storage: Tupperware in the fridge for 2 days
Notes
Nutrition
About Brenda
Brenda Bennett is a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, certified Sugar Detox Coach, certified Keto Coach, and certified Life Coach. She has been Sugar Free & refined-carb free for 20 years and is the author of four cookbooks: Sugar-Free Mom, Naturally Keto, The 30-Day Sugar Elimination Diet, and her newest release, Good, Better, Best (2025). Her work focuses on helping women detox from sugar, eliminate cravings, balance blood sugar, and lose weight while enjoying delicious, nutrient-dense whole foods. Brenda is also the creator of the Midlife Macroâ„¢ Method and the weekly Midlife Macro Meal Plansâ„¢, designed specifically for women in perimenopause and menopause who want simple, high-protein, low-carb meals to support hormones, metabolism, and long-term health.She is the founder of the Sugar Free Fresh Start course and the Sugar Free Mom Tribe membership.
