Chili-Lime Chicken Kebabs
Chili-Lime Chicken Kebabs feature tender chunks of chicken soaked in a bright lime and chili-spiked marinade with smoky paprika, onion, and garlic. The result is juicy, vibrant skewers with tangy heat and aromatic depth, ideal for grilling season and weeknight dinners. Serve with rice and charred vegetables for a balanced, lively plate.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chili-Lime Chicken Kebabs, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 59 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 9 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 89 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 50
- Heart Health
- 67
- Metabolic
- 14
- Digestive
- 28
- Inflammatory
- 56
- Performance
- 48
- General Wellness
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk the olive oil, vinegar, and lime juice together.
- 2
Season with chili powder, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Place the chicken in a shallow baking dish with the sauce and stir to coat.
- 4
Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- 5
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- 6
Thread the chicken onto skewers and discard the marinade.
- 7
Lightly oil the grill grate.
- 8
Grill the skewers for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the chicken juices run clear.
- Calories 211.57 kcal Moderate 11%
- Protein 26.68 g Good Source 53%
- Carbohydrate 1.89 g 1%
- Total Fat 11.08 g Moderate 14%
- Saturated Fat 1.37 g Moderate 7%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 70.34 mg High 23%
- Sodium 58.82 mg Low Source 3%
- Dietary Fiber 0.36 g Low Source 1%
- Total Sugars 0.26 g --
- Added Sugars 0.01 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 4.59 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.88 mg Low Source 5%
- Potassium 32.02 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 0.48 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 3.68 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Chili Lime Chicken Kebabs is made with 10 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Breast, Chili Powder, and Garlic Powder. Each serving provides about 211.57 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chili-Lime Chicken Kebabs made of?
- The main ingredients are Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Breast, Chili Powder, Garlic Powder, Lime Juice. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Chili-Lime Chicken Kebabs?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 211.57 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chili-Lime Chicken Kebabs easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Chili-Lime Chicken Kebabs healthy?
- Chili-Lime Chicken Kebabs has an easyChef Pro health score of 52/100. Per serving, it provides 211.57 calories and 26.68 g of protein, or 53% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 1.37 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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