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Easy Freeze Ahead Chicken Kebabs {Keto, Paleo}

Published on June 21, 2015 by Helen 14 Comments
Last Updated on January 26, 2021

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Marinade and freeze chicken pieces for delicious chicken kebabs with no fuss. Prep ahead at its best and Keto and Paleo diet friendly.

Freeze pre cut chicken in marinade for fuss free summer kebabs

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  • Chicken Kebabs
  • Recipe: Easy Freeze Ahead Chicken Kebabs
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Notes

Chicken Kebabs

Regardless of if you are a planner or someone rather more spontaneous, it is always great to have food on hand that you can use to produce a meal from with the minimum of fuss.  I am fairly sure that I can produce a meal for 4 from the contents of my kitchen and freezer at any time and I have a number of freezer tricks that I have learnt over the years to help me do this.  My freezer nearly always contains:-

  • Lemon and lime slices – perfect for adding to a G&T
  • Cooked beans and pulses – dunk in a bowl of water to defrost – use for dips or salads
  • Portions of pasta sauce – these defrost whilst the pasta is cooking
  • Nearly cooked risotto – defrost in the microwave and finish in a pan on the hob
  • Fresh pizza dough and toppings
  • Frozen herbs – add to anything
  • Frozen bananas, grapes and berries for smoothies
  • Fish fingers
  • Wraps

Freeze pre cut chicken in marinade for fuss free summer kebabs

My freezer trick for prepare ahead summer BBQs is to cut up your meat and freeze in its marinade, it intensifies the flavour and  means that all you have to do is defrost in the fridge overnight, or on the counter for a few hours then assemble the kebabs.  Pre marinaded then frozen meat is also perfect for stir fries, or serving with my asparagus slaw, or no mayo slaw.

Freeze pre cut chicken in marinade for fuss free summer kebabs

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Recipe: Easy Freeze Ahead Chicken Kebabs

Freezing chicken pieces in marinade ahead of time intensifies the flavours and saves you prep time before a BBQ. Everyone will love these juicy skewers that are Keto and paleo friendly also!
Servings: 4 People (8 kebabs)
Author: Helen Best-Shaw
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time20 mins
marinading10 hrs
Total Time30 mins
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Ingredients

For the Freeze Ahead Chicken Marinade

  • 8 skinless chicken thighs - cut into 5cm pieces
  • 2 tbs olive oil
  • 2 tbs soy sauce
  • 2 tbs lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic - crushed

For the Kebabs

  • 1 red pepper - cut into chunks
  • 1 green pepper - cut into chunks
  • 8 bamboo skewers - soaked in water

Instructions

  • Place the chicken, oil, soy sauce, lemon juice and garlic into a freezer container and stir well. Seal and freeze.
  • Allow to defrost in the fridge overnight - or on the counter for a few hours.
  • Thread the chicken pieces onto the skewers, and bake in the oven at 170C/ 150C Fan / GM5 for about 20 minutes until cooked through or grill on the BBQ for about 10 minutes turning regularly.

Notes

  • Take care that all frozen chicken is properly defrosted before cooking it, and it is cooked right through before eating. I prefer to cook chicken in the oven and then finish it on the BBQ for a few minutes.
  • This recipe is 7 Weight Watchers Smart Points per portion
• Please note that the nutrition information provided below is approximate and meant as a guideline only.
• Unless stated otherwise cup conversions have been made with an online tool. For accuracy please check with your favoured conversion tool. We recommend buying inexpensive digital kitchen scales.
Nutrition Facts
Recipe: Easy Freeze Ahead Chicken Kebabs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 329 Calories from Fat 135
% Daily Value*
Fat 15g23%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Cholesterol 193mg64%
Sodium 686mg30%
Potassium 633mg18%
Carbohydrates 4g1%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 40g80%
Vitamin A 1090IU22%
Vitamin C 65.3mg79%
Calcium 24mg2%
Iron 2.1mg12%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Main - Meat
Cuisine: BBQ
Keyword: Chicken Kebab, Prep ahead kebab
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If you are having a BBQ you might also like my:-

  • Yoghurt chicken tikka kebabs
  • Balsamic & redcurrant BBQ lamb chops
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What are your top freeze ahead tips?

Easy flavorsome tender chicken kebabs - prep in advance by freezing in the marinade

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  1. Sarah Maison Cupcake

    5 stars
    These look great – I often marinade whole pieces of meat and freeze them but not considered doing it with smaller cubes for putting on skewers. Must try!

    Reply
    • Helen

      I’ve been doing this for ages. Makes assembling the kebabs so quick and easy.

      Reply
  2. Catherine

    5 stars
    What a wonderful idea and perfect for summer! These look delicious. xo, Catherine

    Reply
    • Helen

      Thanks Catherine. Hopefully a useful tip.

      Reply
  3. peter @feedyoursoultoo

    5 stars
    I really like the flavor and the freeze ahead idea.

    Reply
    • Helen

      thanks Peter, it is a classic for a reason!

      Reply
  4. Torn Clark

    5 stars
    I never did freeze meat in its own marinade – this has to be something my meals have missed for long :) Gonna try it this weekend!

    Reply
    • Helen

      Let me know how it goes. It is a simple but effective trick

      Reply
  5. Life Loving

    5 stars
    Great idea. This is a real timesaver and I bet the flavours are much stronger by freezing.

    Sally @ Life Loving

    Reply
    • Helen

      It works a treat Sally! I do it all the time now.

      Reply
  6. annette @ annettesfoodpassion

    5 stars
    Great freezer tricks…. I have never thought of freezing lemon or lime slices! Love the chicken kebabs, they must be delicious and I have to try them very soon.

    Reply
    • Helen

      Thanks Annette, I adore my freezer, it is an extension of the pantry for ingredients.

      Reply
  7. Kerry

    5 stars
    What a great list of ideas for freezing. I wouldn’t have known some of them. Freezing the meat in the marinade makes perfect sense though. Brilliant!

    Reply
  8. Zara Douglas

    5 stars
    It is always good to have handy food in the freezer, saves on so much time and great for unexpected guests.

    Reply

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