Succulent Lemon Garlic Chicken Skewers
Delight in the flavors of these succulent chicken skewers marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, fragrant garlic, tangy Dijon mustard, and aromatic tarragon. Grilled to perfection, these skewers are a delightful addition to any summer gathering.
Ingredients
Ingredients | |
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| 12 | skewers |
| 2 | lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks |
| 4 | large red bell peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces |
| 3 | cloves garlic, minced |
| 1 | cup olive oil |
| 5 | tablespoons lemon juice |
| 1 | teaspoon lemon zest |
| 2 | tablespoons Dijon mustard |
| 1 ½ | teaspoons tarragon leaves |
Instructions
Preparation | |
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| 1. | Soak wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes. |
| 2. | Preheat the grill to medium heat. |
Assembly and Grilling | |
| 1. | Thread chicken and red bell peppers alternately onto skewers. |
| 2. | In a medium bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and tarragon. Set aside 1/3 cup of the mixture. |
| 3. | Oil the grill grates. Brush the skewers with some of the olive oil mixture and place them on the grill. |
| 4. | Grill the skewers, rotating every 3-4 minutes and basting frequently with the olive oil mixture, until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), about 10-15 minutes. |
| 5. | Remove the skewers from the grill. Serve them drizzled with the reserved olive mixture over a bed of your favorite rice or couscous. Garnish with lemon wedges, if desired. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 533.6 kcal |
| Protein | 33.6 g |
| Fat | 40.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 8.4 g |
| Fiber | 2.6 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
Published on Aug 10, 2024 by Luminița