Chicken Spiedini - Italian Chicken Skewers
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
325 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Chicken Spiedini - Italian Chicken Skewers
Description
Chicken breasts are cut into uniform 1-inch cubes for even cooking and coated with finely chopped fresh rosemary, dried oregano, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper to infuse herby and citrus notes. The chicken is threaded onto soaked wooden skewers to prevent burning and broiled on a high rack to create a browned exterior while keeping the interior tender. The broiling step takes about 10 minutes total, turning once to brown evenly.
The addition of fresh lemon juice after cooking adds brightness that balances the aromatic herbs. Serving with grilled veggies or a salad complements the light and fragrant skewers well. These skewers can also be grilled outdoors for a smoky flavor.
Cutting the chicken evenly is key to consistent cooking, and marinating can be done ahead. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat thoroughly under the broiler or oven. The recipe also suggests freezing cooked or raw skewers, with thawing overnight before cooking.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast
- 2 tbsp rosemary finely chopped, fresh
- 1 tbsp oregano dried
- Zest of lemon whole
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- salt to season
- black pepper to season
- lemon for serving, juice, fresh, a squeeze of
Instructions
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in a tray of water for 30 minutes.
- Cut the chicken into 1 inch cubed pieces and add to a bowl.
- Add all the herbs, zest, olive oil and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until thoroughly combined. You can use the chicken immediately or place in the fridge to marinate until you're ready.
- Heat the broiler (grill) to high. Thread the chicken onto the wooden skewers evenly and place on a baking tray.
- Place the chicken on a high shelf under the broiler and cook for 5 minutes, turn the skewers and cook for another 5 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Serve the chicken skewers on plate with a squeeze of lemon juice and some grilled veggies.
Notes
- Cut chicken into even pieces to ensure uniform cooking.
- Experiment with herbs and spices for different flavor profiles; this recipe is versatile.
- Soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes before using to prevent burning under the broiler.
- Grilling outside imparts a smoky flavor; cook approximately 3 minutes per side on a BBQ.
- Store leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge up to 3 days; reheat in oven or broiler until hot or enjoy cold.
- Chicken skewers can be frozen before or after cooking; thaw overnight before use.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 325 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 325kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 48g | 96% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 145mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 844mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 852mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 118IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 34mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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