THYME & LEMON CHICKEN SKEWERS
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THYME & LEMON CHICKEN SKEWERS

NUTRITION
HEALTHY RECIPES
Oct 16, 2024

THYME AND LEMON CHICKEN SKEWERS

Thyme and Lemon Chicken Skewers A delicious, healthy meal to grill or roast in the oven; tangy, alive citrus flavour mixed in with some fragrance from thyme ensures a wonderful breast of chicken, which will be moist and juicy-so you end up enjoying your meal. Suitable for any outdoor barbecue, quick dinner, or even as part of your weekend lunch spread. Using just a few simple ingredients, the point of these kebabs is in the excellent balance of their citrus and herbal flavour. They must be served with a fresh salad, roasted vegetables, or light couscous for a well-balanced and healthy dish.

RECIPE CATEGORY

Lunch, Dinner, Snack, Appetiser, Entrée

SERVING SIZE

1

CUISINE

Mediterranean, European

PREPARATION / TECHNIQUES

Grill, Roast, Pan-Fry, Marinate

OCCASION / HOLIDAY

Backyard BBQ, Summer, Family Reunion, Picnic, Tailgating, Valentine’s Day, Fall, Super Bowl

SPECIAL CONSIDERATION / DIETARY CONCERNS

Healthy, Low Fat, Low Sodium, Gluten-Free, Quick & Easy, High Protein

DISH TYPE

Skewers, Grilled Chicken, Entrée

INGREDIENTS

  • 150g chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Salt & pepper, to taste

FULL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (PER SERVING)

  • Calories: 210
  • Protein: 25g
  • Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fibre: 0g
  • Sodium: 140mg

PREPARATION

  • Marinate the chicken: Mix cubed chicken, olive oil, lemon juice, leaves plucked from the thyme stems, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Toss chicken to coat, cover, and refrigerate at least for 15 minutes, but better with up to 2 hours for flavour.
  • Assemble skewers: Alternate threading marinated chicken cubes on skewers. If you are using wooden skewers, soak them for 30 minutes in water before grilling so they do not burn.
  • Grill or roast:
  • Grill: Grill over medium-high heat. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side or until the chicken skewers are cooked through and slightly charred.
  • Roast: (200°C or 400°F). Arrange skewers on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast them in the oven for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until an internal cooked-through temperature of the chicken.
  • Serve: Remove skewers from the grill or oven and let them sit for a minute. If desired, sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves and serve over lemon wedges to drive flavour home.

PREP TIME

15 minutes (plus marinating time)

COOKING TIME

15-20 minutes

TIPS

  • Fresh thyme is used best, but dried thyme is also used if fresh is not available.
  • To prevent undercooked chicken, cook the chicken until it reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit or 75 degrees Celsius.
  • Even quicker still, prepare the marinade and the chicken the night before and refrigerate overnight.
  • For a deeper flavour, add garlic or red pepper flakes to the marinade.

VARIATIONS

  • Substitute shrimp or tofu instead of chicken if you have a pescatarian or vegetarian dietary preference.
  • Stuff the skewers with bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, or zucchini to make it a little healthy and textured.
  • Experiment using herbs like oregano or rosemary to create a house flavour profile.
  • The kebabs are nice served with roasted potatoes or a quinoa salad if you want it to be filling.

PREPPING AND STORAGE

  • Fridge: You can reheat leftover chicken skewers in the fridge in a container for up to 2 days. Then heat through in a skillet or oven.
  • Freezing: The marinated raw chicken can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and cook according to grilling or roasting guidelines.

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