Description
These Lemon Chicken Skewers are a flavorful and vibrant meal, perfect for grilling or baking. Tender chicken marinated in a blend of spices and lemon is served with a creamy and tangy feta sauce, creating a delightful Mediterranean-inspired dish.
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons, plus 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2/5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro and/or parsley, chopped
- Crushed red pepper flakes
- Kosher salt and black pepper
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size chunks
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 (12 ounce) jar marinated artichokes
- 1 bunch asparagus, cut into thirds
Feta Sauce
- 6 ounces feta cheese
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- Juice from 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh tender herbs such as dill, basil, or parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, combine 3 tablespoons olive oil, the paprika, cumin, cayenne, cinnamon, 3 cloves garlic, ginger, cilantro, parsley, and a pinch each of chili flakes and salt. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Marinate for 15 minutes or up to overnight in the fridge.
- Prepare Vinaigrette: Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette. In a jar, combine 1/4 cup olive oil, the lemon juice, red wine vinegar, honey, sun-dried tomatoes, 1 clove garlic, and a pinch each of chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Make Feta Sauce: To make the feta sauce, combine the feta, yogurt, and lemon juice in a blender or food processor. Blend until creamy. Stir in the herbs, paprika, and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Assemble Skewers: Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers, alternating with pieces of artichoke and asparagus.
- Cook Skewers: Grill or bake the skewers until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Serve: Serve the chicken skewers with the creamy feta sauce and drizzle with the prepared vinaigrette.
Notes
- For a smoky flavor, grill the skewers over charcoal.
- You can use other vegetables, such as bell peppers or zucchini, in the skewers.
- Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your preferred level of spiciness.
- The feta sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
