19 Kebab and Skewer Recipes for Your Next Feast

Eating food off of a stick is always a blast, and if you haven’t tried skewer recipes lately, you’re in for a treat with these options. They range from Georgian shashlik with chicken to buffalo tofu kebabs. Skewered food cooks more evenly, thanks to its ability to rotate on the grill. Plus, eating food off sticks is just plain fun. It’s such a unique dining experience!

Apple Cider Grilled Chicken Skewers

Grilled chicken skewers arranged on a plate with a fork.
Apple Cider Grilled Chicken Skewers. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

These cider grilled chicken skewers are paired with a sweet apple cider flavor and finished with a delicious Gouda cheese sauce, making it a perfect recipe that is easy to make and complements any side dish.
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Grilled Pepper and Chicken Kebabs

Chicken skewers on a white plate.
Grilled Pepper and Chicken Kebabs. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

These grilled pepper and chicken kebabs also have garlic, lemon and onion in the recipe. They’re really tasty and make a great dinner. I love making these tasty chicken skewers for dinner. They go with any side dish you want to make. The chicken needs to marinate first so give it anything up to 24 hours for the best flavour.
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Grilled Scallop Skewers in Citrus Garlic Smoked Butter Sauce

Scallops threaded onto skewers and served with a dipping sauce.
Grilled Scallop Skewers in Citrus Garlic Smoked Butter Sauce. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Perfect for any season or occasion, these grilled scallop skewers are elegant and delicious. The delicate scallops are flavoured with garlic, cilantro and orange for maximum taste and they’re served with a delectable citrus garlic smoked butter sauce. This is a great recipe for your

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Easy Air Fryer Chicken Kabobs

Easy Air Fryer Chicken Kabobs.
Easy Air Fryer Chicken Kabobs. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Air fryer chicken kabobs with a simple marinade and vegetables are served up on skewers for an easy-to-make meal everyone’s going to love.
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Thai Spicy Basil Chicken Skewers

Skewered chicken with a delicious dipping sauce, presented on a rustic wooden board. This is one of the best skewer recipes.
Thai Spicy Basil Chicken Skewers. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Thai spicy basil chicken skewers make a tasty change from plain chicken ones. These Thai chicken skewers or kebabs as they’re also known are delicious. They go beautifully with a dairy free skewer marinade and cashew dipping sauce.
Get the Recipe: Thai Spicy Basil Chicken Skewers

Chicken Sausage Skewers With Vegetables

Kid Friendly grilled vegetables on skewers on a wooden cutting board.
Chicken Sausage Skewers With Vegetables. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

These Chicken Sausage Skewers with Vegetables are so easy to make and perfect for your next grilling night. The sausage is packed with flavor and grilling the vegetables gives them all those flavor enhancing grill marks.
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Pineapple Grilled Chicken Skewers

Grilled chicken on skewers served on a white plate.
Pineapple Grilled Chicken Skewers

Time to dust off those grills and get outdoors. Try these Pineapple Grilled Chicken Skewers for a healthy, gluten-free dish at your next cookout. The marinade has only 4 ingredients.
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Air Fryer Chicken Skewers (Kabobs)

Air Fryer Chicken Skewers (Kabobs).
Air Fryer Chicken Skewers (Kabobs). Photo credit: Winding Creek Ranch.

Make family dinners easier with these delicious Air Fryer Chicken Skewers! Just 15 minutes is all you need to make a delicious meal your whole family will love!
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Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Shrimp skewers on a plate with lemons and cucumbers.
Grilled Shrimp Skewers. Photo credit: Foolproof Living.

Wow your friends with these Grilled Shrimp Skewers that can be ready in under 30 minutes. They can be prepared on a gas or charcoal grill, or indoors on a grill pan. Serve them on top of salads, shrimp tacos, or bowls for an impressive weeknight meal.
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Air Fryer Vegetable Skewers

Vegetable Skewers.
Vegetable Skewers. Photo credit: PinkWhen.

Vegetable skewers in the air fryer are one of my favorite ways to get that “grilled” crisp veggie without the grill. If you love quick and easy, you’ll love these air fryer vegetable skewers.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Vegetable Skewers

Air Fryer Shrimp Skewers

Shrimp skewers on a white plate.
Air Fryer Shrimp Skewers. Photo credit: PinkWhen.

Air fryer shrimp skewers are so good! Lightly seasoned and tossed in the air fryer for a quick and easy snack, salad topper, or easy appetizer. If you’re looking for a quick dish, this is it!
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Lula Kebab (Best Ever Ground Chicken Skewers)

Meat skewers with zucchini and tomatoes on a plate.
Lula Kebab (Best Ever Ground Chicken Skewers). Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons.

I have no doubt, you will quickly become a fan of this juicy and tender Lula Kebab. The recipe is easy to make and uses just 6 ingredients not counting salt and pepper. Great for summer grilling and picky eaters approved.
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Mtsvadi (The Best Georgian Shashlik)

Grilled chicken kebabs on a plate with parsley.
Mtsvadi (The Best Georgian Shashlik). Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons.

Juicy, flavorful and incredibly delicious Georgian Shashlik or Mtsvadi. Classic recipe that my family has been making for years. Easy and requires just 4 ingredients.
Get the Recipe: Mtsvadi (The Best Georgian Shashlik)

Grilled Lamb Kebabs

Grilled meat skewers with arugula and oranges are a flavorful and refreshing dish.
Grilled Lamb Kebabs. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These smoky grilled lamb kebabs with dried apricots are a great way to enjoy American spring lamb. Special enough to serve for Easter, easy enough to grill up on a weeknight!
Get the Recipe: Grilled Lamb Kebabs

Brochetas De Camarón

Shrimp and pepper skewers arranged on a white plate.
Brochetas De Camarón. Photo credit: Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Brochetas de Camarón (or Mexican Shrimp Skewers) is an easy recipe that showcases simple Mexican cuisine. Packed with flavor, easy to prepare, and perfect for any occasion. Serve with lime, salsa, and warm tortillas.
Get the Recipe: Brochetas De Camarón

Indian Steak Kabobs

Skewers of meat with potatoes on a plate.
Indian Steak Kabobs. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These Indian steak kabobs are marinated in a fragrant collection of spices and diced onion Greek yogurt dip for a tender and incredibly flavorful steak and potato dinner.
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Grilled Buffalo Tofu Skewers

A tray of skewers coated in sauce.
Grilled Buffalo Tofu Skewers. Photo credit: My Pure Plants.

Experience buffalo tofu’s bold and spicy flavors combined with a crispy caramelized crust. The best way to do that is to pan-fry or grill marinated tofu on skewers. If you make this recipe, you will enjoy an easy but flavorful tofu dish.
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Grilled Vegetable Kabobs (+5 Marinades)

Grilled vegetables on skewers.
Grilled Vegetable Kabobs (+5 Marinades). Photo credit: My Pure Plants.

Vegetable kabobs are the easiest way to eat a rainbow of delicious veggies during summer. The perfect side dish for your weekend BBQ or grill party. We show you three ways to make them and 5 easy marinades that turn them even more delicious.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Vegetable Kabobs (+5 Marinades)

Antipasto Skewers

Antipasto Skewers on a white plate.
Antipasto Skewers. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Impress your guests with easy-to-make antipasto skewers, perfect for any occasion! Made with classic Italian flavors, these crowd-pleasing bites are ideal for parties, picnics, and more.
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Grilled Garlic Lemon Halloumi & Veggie Kabobs

Vegetables grilled on skewers.
Grilled Garlic Lemon Halloumi & Veggie Kabobs. Photo credit: Pass Me Some Tasty.

These grilled garlic lemon halloumi & veggie kabobs are a basic summertime bbq staple. A no-fuss, easy meal that can stand alone or be served alongside grilled chicken, steak, shrimp, or salmon.
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Beef Kafta

Greek meat skewers on a plate with rice and vegetables, also known as kebabs.
Beef Kafta. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Beef kafta is a traditional Middle Eastern (Lebanese) style dish that’s packed with flavor yet so simple to make. Typically served as kabobs, this recipe goes great with a side of rice, a tomato cucumber salad and sprinkling of feta or dollop of hummus.
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