Caesar Salad Chicken Kebabs

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· Updated Apr 26, 2025 · Published Jun 02, 2015

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If you’re looking for a fun twist on chicken kabobs, these Caesar Chicken Kebabs are a great recipe to try! This chicken on the grill brings the bold flavor of a classic Caesar salad into juicy chicken skewers that are perfect for an easy dinner, a summer cookout, or even a casual weeknight meal.

Chicken kebabs with a Ceasar salad twist are perfect for a backyard cookout.

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About this Chicken Kebabs Recipe

Grilled chicken is one of our favorite dinner recipes in my family. We show you how to smoke a chicken, how to make Cornell chicken BBQ, and even how to make jerked chicken.

For these Caesar chicken kebabs, instead of using chicken pieces like boneless skinless chicken thighs or boneless skinless chicken breasts, this recipe uses lean meat — ground chicken — mixed with Parmesan, fresh garlic cloves, olive oil, and lemon zest. It’s almost like a homemade chicken kebab and a Caesar salad had a delicious mash-up!

These chicken kebabs grill up fast over medium-high heat, and the results are golden brown and full of extra flavor. Plus, you can top them with more Caesar dressing, colorful vegetables like bell peppers, or even serve them alongside pita bread and homemade tzatziki.

Whether it’s your first time making chicken kebabs or you’re a seasoned pro looking for new recipes, you’re going to love how easy these are!

Caesar Chicken Kebabs – Recipe Details

Category: Dinner, Grilling, Summer Recipes
Cuisine: American
Skill Level: Easy
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Main Ingredients: Ground chicken, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, olive oil, breadcrumbs
Equipment Needed: Large bowl, metal skewers or wooden skewers, meat thermometer, grill or grill grate, baking sheet

What You’ll Need

These Caesar Salad Chicken Kebabs use simple ingredients to build big, bold flavor. Ground chicken keeps the skewers juicy and tender, while Parmesan cheese, fresh garlic cloves, olive oil, and lemon juice bring out those classic Caesar salad vibes.

A little Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and anchovy paste (if you like) add extra depth without needing a separate homemade marinade. Breadcrumbs help hold these chicken kebabs together, making these skewers easy to shape and grill to golden brown perfection.

A plate of chicken kebabds.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground chicken (lean meat keeps these tender but not greasy)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs (helps hold the mixture together)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (for bold flavor)
  • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed (nothing beats fresh garlic)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon anchovy paste (optional, but adds that classic Caesar taste)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Zest from 1 lemon (use fresh lemon zest for best results)
  • Juice from 1/2 lemon
  • Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, for a little kick)

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Equipment

  • Large bowl (for mixing)
  • Medium bowl (optional for prepping toppings or sauces)
  • Metal skewers or wooden skewers (if using bamboo skewers, soak them in warm water first)
  • Grill or grill grate (oil it up for easy turning)
  • Meat thermometer (to check internal temperature)
  • Baking sheet (handy for carrying kebabs out to the grill)

Substitutions and Variations

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs if you want chunkier pieces instead of ground chicken.
  • Add yellow onion or bell peppers between the meatballs on your skewers for a pop of color.
  • Spice it up with a little red pepper flakes in the mix.
  • Swap Caesar dressing for homemade tzatziki for a fun Greek salad vibe next time.
  • Serve these juicy chicken kabobs on pita bread with a squeeze of lemon juice for a handheld meal.

How to Make Caesar Chicken Kebabs

  1. Prep your skewers: If you’re using wooden skewers or bamboo skewers, soak them in warm water for about 5-10 minutes so they don’t burn on the grill.
  2. Mix the chicken: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, crushed garlic cloves, kosher salt, anchovy paste (if using), olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, lemon juice, and black pepper. Mix everything thoroughly.
  3. Form the kebabs: Wet your hands lightly with water (this helps!) and shape the mixture into golf ball-sized rounds. Thread 3-4 onto each skewer. Transfer skewers to a baking sheet if you’re prepping ahead.
  4. Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat until you have gray ash on the coals or a hot grill ready to go. Oil the grill grate. Grill kebabs about 4-5 minutes per side over medium heat, using a metal spatula to carefully flip them. You’re aiming for golden brown outside and a juicy chicken center.
  5. Check for doneness: Use an instant-read thermometer to check that the kebabs reach 165 degrees F internal temperature.
  6. Serve: Place chicken skewers over hearts of romaine, drizzle with Caesar dressing, sprinkle extra Parmesan, and pile on any colorful vegetables you love.
  7. Store leftovers: Keep any extra kebabs in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Top Tips for Best Results

  • Always soak wooden skewers in warm water to avoid burning.
  • Lightly oil the grill grate and skewers to keep the meat from sticking.
  • Rinse your hands between forming each kebab for smoother shapes.
  • Bring the chicken kebabs mixture to room temperature for about 5-10 minutes before grilling to help it cook evenly.
  • Double the recipe and freeze some formed (but raw) kebabs for an easy dinner later!
Some chicken meatballs with lettuce.

🍽️ What to Serve With Chicken Kebabs

Planning a summer cookout or an easy weeknight dinner? These Caesar Chicken Kebabs pair perfectly with fresh, simple sides like our Greek Salad, Air Fryer Potato Wedges, or a Cherry Tomato Salad packed with crisp garden flavor. And if you want a sweet finish, our Simple Apple Bars are just right for a make-ahead dessert. Easy, delicious, and ready for your next summer party!

Good to Know

This delicious chicken kebab recipe is awesome for a summer party or a last-minute backyard cookout. The homemade marinade inside the meat (thanks to the Worcestershire, Dijon, lemon zest, and olive oil) gives that bold Caesar flavor without needing a separate sauce. It’s like an easy homemade chicken kebab version of your favorite salad — but better because it’s grilled!

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Caesars Salad Chicken Kebabs

5 from 8 votes
Turn your grill into a flavor powerhouse with these Caesar Salad Chicken Kebabs! Made with ground chicken, Parmesan, garlic, olive oil, and lemon zest, these juicy chicken skewers are packed with bold Caesar salad flavor. Perfect for easy summer cookouts, weeknight dinners, or a healthy twist on traditional chicken kabobs.
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
By: Dan from Platter Talk

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Ingredients 

  • 1 lb 2 kg ground chicken
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon anchovy paste, optional
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • zest from 1 lemon
  • juice from 1/2 lemon
  • fresh ground pepper to taste

Instructions 

  • If using wooden skewers, soak in water.
  • Oil grill grates and heat grill to medium-high setting.
  • Using large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients and mix thoroughly.
  • Form mixture into golf ball size rounds and skewer, 3 to 4 to a stick.
  • Place kebabs on grill and allow them to cook about 3 minutes per side, use medal spatula to turn.
  • Serve atop hearts of romaine, garnish with additional Caesar dressing and Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

  • Lightly oil the grill grate to keep the chicken skewers from sticking.
  • Use an instant-read thermometer and cook chicken to 165°F for juicy, tender kebabs.
  • Leave a little space between each ball of chicken on the skewers for even cooking.
  • Let the cooked skewers rest for 5 minutes before serving to keep the juices inside.
  • Form the skewers ahead of time and chill them in the fridge if you want to prep early.

Nutrition

Calories: 268kcal, Carbohydrates: 9g, Protein: 24g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 104mg, Sodium: 951mg, Potassium: 644mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 54IU, Vitamin C: 3mg, Calcium: 103mg, Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Entree
Cuisine: American
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  2. 5 stars
    What a great way to take all the flavors of a caesar salad and meld it into a kabob (which I love). Brilliant!

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