Grilled chicken skewers: a simple and tasty recipe

Ingredients for Grilled chicken skewers

• Juice of 1 lemon

• Juice of 1 lime

• 15 ml olive oil

• 5 ml minced garlic

• 1–2 g dried thyme

• 225 g boneless chicken breast, cut into 2.5 cm cubes

• 1 large courgette, sliced into 1.25 cm rounds

• 1 large pineapple, cut into 2.5 cm chunks

• 225 g button mushrooms, stems removed

• 75 g red onion, cut into 2.5 cm chunks

• 12 wooden skewers (20–30 cm), soaked in water for 30 minutes

How to make Grilled chicken skewers

1. Combine the marinade ingredients in a medium bowl. Add the chicken cubes and refrigerate for 1 hour.

2. Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan) / 190°C (conventional).

3. Remove the chicken cubes from the marinade. Thread the chicken, fruit, and vegetables onto the skewers, placing one chicken cube between each piece of fruit or vegetable. Discard the marinade.

4. Place the skewers on a rimmed baking tray and bake for 12 minutes on each side, until cooked through.

5. Preheat the grill.

6. Grill the skewers for 3 minutes on each side until cooked through and the vegetables are slightly browned.

7. Alternatively, you can grill the skewers for 5 to 10 minutes on each side until cooked through.

Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.