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Traeger Grilled Chicken Kabobs

These Traeger Grilled Chicken Kabobs take tender pieces of chicken breast and marinate them in a herbed vinaigrette before being skewered and grilled right on your pellet grill!

Traeger Grilled Chicken Kabobs

Marinated chicken is the base for these tender, juicy kabobs that can lend themselves to so many different vegetables, your options are almost limitless. The red bell peppers were really great for these though, so don’t leave those out!

These kabobs are one of the best chicken dishes I’ve ever had, hands down. Like no question.

So tender, and juicy, and all the things you wish your chicken was all the time, but never actually is.

That’s partly due to this amazing marinade that Jeremiah threw together the other day, and also partly due to the magic that somehow works in the Traeger Grill. You can see our other Traeger recipes here in our Traeger Grilled Chicken post, and also this Traeger Grilled Chicken Sandwich recipe.

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You can add any kind of veggies you want onto these. I, personally, think zucchini would be amazing, and some big chunks of onion. Jeremiah thinks that these are perfect as is, and I can’t really argue with him.

There’s something about the combination of the warm, toasty pita bread, those peppers, mushrooms, and chicken, and the dressing that just makes these sing.

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Traeger Garlic Marinated Chicken Kabobs

How to make Pellet Grill Chicken Kabobs

Start by marinating your meat and your mushrooms.

It doesn’t take long, just 30 minutes or so in the fridge will do it. Then take out your ingredients and get assembling!

Traeger Garlic Marinated Chicken

Put your chicken on your preheated 450° grill, and let cook for 6 minutes, and then flip.

Traeger Garlic Marinated Chicken Kabobs

Once the chicken has been flipped, let it cook with the grill closed for another 5-6 minutes, and then remove. Put your pita bread on the grill for 1-2 minutes, just to heat up and get a little toasty.

Traeger Garlic Marinated Chicken Kabobs

These are amazing served with some homemade Caesar dressing!

More Easy Traeger Chicken Recipes here!

Next up on my “to make” list:

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Have been making the “Traeger Grilled Chicken Kabobs” all summer! I like to serve with Tzatziki for a refreshing Mediterranean experience!

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Traeger Marinated Grilled Chicken Kabobs

Traeger Garlic Marinated Chicken Kabobs

These marinated grilled chicken kabobs are tender, juicy, and super easy. The marinade contains fresh, staple ingredients that you probably have in your pantry. Experiement with vegetables here!

Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes

Ingredients

Marinade:

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, {chopped}
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme, {chopped}
  • 2 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley, {chopped}
  • 1 tablespoons minced garlic

Kabobs:

  • 1 each red, orange, and yellow bell pepper
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, {cut into 2 inch chunks}
  • 10-12 medium crimini mushrooms

Serve with:

  • naan bread

Instructions

  1. Mix together all of the marinade ingredients, and toss in the chicken and mushrooms. Marinade for 30 minutes in the fridge. While marinating, soak the kabob skewers in hot water.
  2. Remove from the fridge, and start assembling your kabobs. Preheat your Traeger to 450. 
  3. Grill the kabobs for 6 minutes, flip, and grill another 6 minutes. Remove from grill and set aside. 
  4. Place the naan bread on the grill for 1-2 minutes just to heat them up a bit. 
  5. Serve with fresh caesar dressing.

Notes

You can cook these on a regular grill as well, following the same directions. Just make sure to cook them over indirect heat. 😉 

Nutrition Information:

Serving Size:

g

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 165Saturated Fat: 2gSodium: 582mgCarbohydrates: 1g

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Nicole Johnson

Nicole Johnson, a self-taught expert in grilling and outdoor cooking, launched Or Whatever You Do in 2010. Her blog, renowned for its comprehensive and creative outdoor cooking recipes, has garnered a vast audience of millions. Nicole's hands-on experience and passion for grilling shine through her work. Her husband, Jeremiah Johnson, also plays a pivotal role in recipe development, adding his culinary flair to the mix. Together, they form a dynamic duo, offering a rich and varied outdoor cooking experience to their followers.

Emily H

Thursday 8th of September 2022

I’ve made kabobs several times over the years and my husband never really loves them. I made these today though and they were amazing!!! I used yellow squash and zucchini instead of bell peppers, chicken thighs, and red onions and there were the best kabobs I have ever had. My little kids easily just went through 15 full kabobs. So delicious! I will definitely be saving this recipe.

Beth

Wednesday 20th of October 2021

My husband and I loved this recipe! The marinade is amazing! It will definitely be a go-to recipe when guests are here.

Penny

Saturday 20th of June 2020

Great but our new Traeger won’t even get up to 350 degrees. 90 degrees here so thinking this is going to be useless come fall and winter. Ugh.

Deb

Thursday 14th of January 2021

I too had problems with my Traeger. It would kick off when trying to do higher temps. It is only 3 years old. We called Traeger and the problem appeared to the probe that monitors the temp. They sent a new that included the probe and electronics. My husband changed it out and the problem is solved. Now to try making pulled pork with the Costco sirloin tip roasts. . . . .

Nicole Johnson

Saturday 20th of June 2020

Ohhh man. That doesn't sound right. A Traeger should easily get up above 400-425. Check your pellets? I've had problems with mine not getting up to temp or not holding temp when I had pellet issues. I'd give it a good cleaning, totally change out the pellets, and then call them if that doesn't do the trick.

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