Key West Grilled Kabobs
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If you’re looking for a simple, flavorful dinner that tastes like summer, these Key West Grilled Kabobs are the perfect choice. They’re bright, fresh, and packed with citrusy flavor that instantly makes you feel like you’re on a tropical getaway. These kabobs are naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, incredibly easy to make, and perfect for everything from weeknight dinners to backyard barbecues.
Why You’ll Love These Kabobs
- Fresh citrus flavor with a tropical twist
- Only 7 super simple ingredients
- Perfect for grilling season
- Great for meal prep or entertaining
- Easy to customize with your favorite vegetables
- Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free
These kabobs are one of those meals that look impressive but are actually really easy to throw together. They’re a weekly meal in our house through the summer!
The Flavor Behind “Key West” Kabobs
The bright flavor in these kabobs comes from a simple citrus marinade that just makes me feel tropical. The marinade is made with lime, honey, gluten-free soy sauce, garlic, and cilantro. It keeps the meat tender while giving everything that fresh, slightly tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with grilled vegetables. As the kabobs cook on the grill, the marinade caramelizes slightly, creating that delicious smoky, citrusy flavor that makes grilled food so freaking good.
Tips for the Best Kabobs
- Cut protein and vegetables, if using, into similar sizes so they cook evenly.
- You can substitute the chicken with any protein. Shrimp tastes amazing and only takes a few minutes to grill.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 10 minutes before grilling so they don’t burn or catch fire…yep, I’ve forgotten to do that a time or two.
- Leave a little space to help everything cook better on the skewers.
- I like to add extra lime juice after grilling for an extra citrus boost
Our Favorite Sides To Serve
These kabobs are on a regular rotation through the summer and pair perfectly with simple sides like:
- Cilantro lime rice or quinoa
- Grilled corn on the cob, asparagus, or zucchini
- Coleslaw or a fresh summer salad
- Roasted potatoes
- Gluten-free sourdough, flatbread, or pita
Whether you’re cooking for family dinner or hosting a backyard barbecue, these kabobs bring a little sunshine and tropical flavor to the table every time. We hope your family enjoys them as much as ours does.
More Recipes You’ll Love:
- Gluten-Free Thai Noodle Salad
- Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Pasta Caesar Salad
- Gluten-Free Crave-able Teriyaki Stir-Fry
- Gluten-Free Enchilada Casserole
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Key West Grilled Kabobs
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp soy sauce (gluten-free) or coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp olive oil (we use avocado oil)
- juice of 1 lime
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
Instructions
- In a medium sized bowl, mix all marinade ingredients together until well combined. Place chicken into the marinade and mix to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes up to a couple hours.
- Once chicken is ready, soak bamboo skewer sticks in water for 5 minutes. Then skewer the chicken chunks onto the bamboo sticks.
- Grill on barbeque on medium-high heat for about 6-8 minutes on each side or until juices run clear.
Notes
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