Mediterranean Lemon Herb Chicken Skewers
Tender cubes of chicken breast marinated in extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic oregano, threaded onto skewers and grilled to juicy perfection. A quick, satisfying, and high-protein snack that is low in saturated fat and cholesterol-friendly.
Prep
10 min
Cook
8 min
Total
20 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Maria + Lila
Maria created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
8 min
Total
20 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk
Time saver
Make-Ahead Friendly: You can marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours in advance to make assembly and cooking even quicker.
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Instructions
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Next: Whisk together the olive oil
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Whisk together the olive oil
In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
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Add the chicken breast cubes to the…
Add the chicken breast cubes to the bowl and toss until every piece is evenly coated. Let it marinate at room temperature for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Look for: every piece is evenly coated
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Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto two…
Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto two wooden or metal skewers.
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Heat a nonstick grill pan or skillet…
Heat a nonstick grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Place the skewers in the pan and sear for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is golden brown, firm to the touch, and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165%F (74%C).
Look for: the chicken is golden brown, firm to the touch, and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165%F (74%C)
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Transfer the skewers to a plate
Transfer the skewers to a plate, let them rest for 2 minutes, and serve warm with an optional fresh lemon wedge.
Allow: 2 minutes
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