Chicken and Veggie Smoked Kabobs is super easy to make and a very delicious meal that will be loved by your whole family. These Smoked Chicken skewers are marinated with an Italian dressing which creates a very tender and tasty kabob.
When you smoke kabobs on a pellet smoker, you add an extra layer of smoky flavor than you would with just a grill. Smoked chicken and veggie kabobs are a healthy meal that is a great way to use up some of your garden vegetables.
A versatile chicken recipe that you can easily make your own with a few adjustments. We have been making these chicken and vegetable kabobs for many, many years. Smoked kabobs make the best party foods!
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How long does it take to smoker grill chicken kabobs?
Smoking time will vary depending on the type of pellet smoker, the temperature you are using, the size of the pieces of chicken and vegetables, the number of times that you open the smoker door, and a countless number of variables.
A general rule of thumb would be about one hour. If you want the chicken kabobs done sooner, start the heat at a lower temperature for about 30 minutes and then turn it up to 350°F or 400°F until they are cooked properly.
Best Way to Smoke Chicken
There are so many “Best Way to Smoke Chicken” recipes such as BBQ smoked chicken thighs, smoked spatchcock chicken, or smoked BBQ chicken kabobs recipe.
Low and slow is the best way to smoke chicken in the beginning stages and then turn the heat up at the end of smoking to get a nice, caramelized texture on the marinated chicken pieces.
Best Wood to Smoke Chicken and Veggies
The best wood pellets to smoke the chicken and veggie kabobs is a very personal preference. I like to use competition blend pellets for our RecTeq smoker.
If you like a sweeter piece of meat, then smoke with fruit wood chips such a cherry or apple. Other great choices would be hickory, walnut, or oak wood pellets.
Chicken and Veggie Smoked Kabobs Ingredients
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts – Thighs or Chicken Breast pieces can be used.
- Italian Dressing – Bottled or Homemade dressing will work.
- Onion, White – Large Pieces – can use yellow onion, or red onions.
- Peppers, Multi-Colors – 1 Inch Pieces – Can use Fresh Sweet Peppers, Bell Peppers, and if you want some spice, you can use Jalapeno Peppers. Red bell pepper adds color to the kabobs.
- Mushrooms – White or Mini Bella.
- Tomatoes – Grape or Cherry Tomatoes work best!
- Skewers – Metal Skewers or Wooden Skewers will work.
More Possible Kabob Ingredients
Pineapple Chunks
Teriyaki Seasoning instead of Italian Seasoning for the Marinade.
More Vegetables – Such as Broccoli Crowns, Cauliflower Pieces, Zucchini Pieces, or Summer Squash Chunks such as Yellow Squash.
Chicken Kabob Marinade
Marinating the boneless skinless chicken before cooking is very important. It adds extra flavor to the chicken and creates a very tender piece of chicken.
Keep it simple by using bottled Zesty Italian dressing. Or create a homemade marinate using your favorite Italian dressing recipe.
No salt and pepper is needed due to the marinade. Throw away any excess marinade ingredients.
How to Make Smoked Chicken and Veggie Kabobs
Making kabobs is super easy! The skinless chicken breasts should be cut into 1-inch squares.
Place the chicken pieces in a large bowl or a Ziplock bag to marinate. Add the Italian dressing on top of the chicken and close the bag.
Stir to combine and cover the bowl if using. Place in the refrigerator overnight or for at least 1 hour but up to 24 hours before cooking.
I like to start marinating the chicken pieces at dinner the night before and keep in the refrigerator overnight so that it is ready when it’s time to assemble the skewers.
How to Assemble Chicken and Veggie Kabobs
Gather all your ingredients to make your chicken smoked kabobs. The vegetable pieces should be cut into 1-inch pieces.
Prepping all the chicken and vegetable pieces before you start to assemble them if very important. If using wood skewers, make sure to soak them in water ahead of time I like to use sturdy metal skewers.
Assemble the shish kebabs by starting with a piece of onion. Poke it directly in the center being careful not to poke your hand on the other side of the onion piece.
Place on a baking sheet pan. Repeat this process with a piece of marinated chicken, pepper, mushroom, and tomato making sure not to pack them too tightly together but not leaving spaces between pieces.
Then repeat again, and again until your skewer is full. Leave a little room on the end to be able to handle the chicken kebabs.
Throw away any leftover Italian dressing marinate. Place assembled kabobs on a plate and work on the next one until all the ingredients are gone.
How to Smoke Kabobs
Preheat your smoker to 250°F. Fill the bin with your favorite wood pellets. When using my RecTeq pellet grill or a Traeger grill, I like to use combination blend pellets. If using a wood smoker such as a Masterbuilt, use water-soaked wood smoker chips.
Once the smoker grill has reached the desired temperature, place the fully assembled vegetable and chicken kabobs onto the smoker grill grates. Close the grill lid and let smoke for 45 to 1 hour.
Use a pair of tongs and flip the kabob, half way through cooking. You may have to release sticky pieces that do not want to release from the grill grate.
Turn the smoker up to 400°F and cook the smoked kabobs until they have reached the proper temperature. Make sure that the chicken pieces have reached an internal temperature of 165°F and are fully cooked.
Grilled chicken kabobs cook quickly, so do not overcook. Remove each chicken kabob from the smoker grill.
Place on a clean baking sheet pan or serving platter. Serve warm with your favorite side.
What to Serve with Chicken and Veggie Smoked Kabobs?
This skewer recipe is great all by itself with a variety of veggies and the amazing smoky chicken pieces.
But if you decide that you would like a side dish to go along with your kabobs then try one or more of these:
Hasselback Potatoes on the Smoker
How to Store Smoked Chicken Kabobs
Smoked chicken kabobs make a great leftover meal! Once the kabobs have cooled down, remove from the skewers and store in an airtight container for up to 6 days.
Reheat in the microwave, on the smoker using a foil boat dish, on the stove in a sauté pan, or in the air fryer.
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Chicken and Veggie Smoked Kabobs – FAQ
When using a smoker to cook your chicken kabobs, remember that low and slow is best. Which means that it will take about one hour to one and a half hours to cook. Turn the heat up on the smoker during the final stages to help create a nice caramelized outer shell on the kabobs.
Yes, it is recommended that you marinate the chicken before cooking to help break down the connective tissues in the meat. It also aids in giving the chicken a little bit of extra flavor.
Chicken and Veggie Smoked Kabobs Recipe
Get the full recipe along with nutrition serving and nutrition calories as well as nutrition information below!
Chicken and Veggie Smoked Kabobs Recipe
Chicken and Veggie Smoked Kabobs is super easy to make and a very delicious meal that will be loved by your whole family. These Smoked Chicken skewers are marinated with an Italian dressing which creates a very tender and tasty kabob.
Ingredients
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts 2 pieces
- Italian Dressing 1/4 cup
- Onion, White - 1-inch Pieces. 1 each
- Pepper, Bell - 1-inch Pieces 1 each
- Mushrooms, White - 1-inch Pieces. 8 ounces
- Tomatoes, Grape or Cherry 8 ounces
Instructions
How to Make Chicken and Veggie Smoked Kabobs
- The skinless chicken breasts should be cut into 1-inch pieces.
- Place the chicken breast pieces in a large bowl or a Ziplock bag to marinate.
- Add the bottled Italian dressing on top of the chicken and close the bag. Stir to combine the ingredients and cover the bowl if using.
- Place in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour but up to 24 hours before cooking.
How to Assemble Chicken & Vegetable Kabobs
- Gather all your kabob ingredients. Prepping all the chicken breast and vegetable pieces before you start to assemble them is very important.
- All the vegetable pieces should be cut into 1-inch pieces.
- When using wood skewers, make sure to soak them in water ahead of time I like to use metal skewers. Assemble the kebabs by starting with a piece of onion. Poke skewer directly in the center being careful not to poke your hand on the other side of the onion piece.
- Repeat this assembly process with a piece of marinated chicken, pepper, mushroom, and tomato making sure not to pack them too tightly together but not leaving spaces between pieces. Then repeat again, and again until your skewer is almost full. Leave a little bit of room on the end to be able to handle the chicken kebabs.
- Throw away any leftover chicken marinate.
- Place fully assembled kabobs on a plate and work on the next one until all the kabob ingredients are gone.
How to Smoke Chicken/Veggie Kabobs
- Preheat your smoker grill to 250°F. Fill the bin (pellet) with your favorite wood pellets. When using my Rec Teq grill or a Traeger smoker grill, I like to use combination blend pellets. If using a wood smoker such as a Masterbuilt smoker, use water-soaked wood smoker chips.
- Once the grill has reached the desired temperature, place the fully assembled vegetable and chicken kabobs onto the smoker grill grates.
- Close the smoker grill lid and let the kabobs cook for 45 to 1 hour.
- Turn the smoker grill up to 400°F and cook the kabobs until they have reached the proper temperature. Make sure that the chicken pieces have reached an internal temperature of 165°F and are fully cooked. Grilled chicken and vegetable kabobs cook quickly, so do not overcook.
- Remove each chicken smoked kabobs from the smoker grill. Place on a clean baking pan or serving platter. Serve warm with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
I start marinating the chicken pieces at dinner the night before and keep in the refrigerator overnight so that it is ready when it's time to assemble the chicken skewers.
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Nutrition Information
Yield
2Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 327Total Fat 11gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 8gCholesterol 102mgSodium 385mgCarbohydrates 16gFiber 4gSugar 9gProtein 41g
Note: For exact nutritional information, consult your dietitian. All nutritional information is simply a guideline.
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I love kabobs and have never tried to smoke them. Can’t wait to try this!
The flavour of these kabobs is amazing! Simple ingredients, and a really good smoky flavour.
These were so fun and easy to make! The kiddos really enjoyed something different for a change. Can’t wait to make again!
I love chicken kebabs and smoking them was so amazing. Perfectly cooked chicken and veggies ! loved this recipe.
Food on a stick tastes so good! Another winner recipe!
The smell in my house when these were being made was just incredible!!! I couldn’t stop at 2!