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Mediterranean Chicken Skewers

Fresh spinach, spices, lemon and olive oil are combined in an amazing marinade for these grilled Mediterranean Chicken Skewers! 

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 6 skewers
Calories: 412 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 2 cups packed baby spinach
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • ½ cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast cubed
  • 1 cup hummus

Instructions

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  1. Add the spinach, garlic, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, lemon juice and olive oil to a blender or food processor.
  2. Turn on and puree until smooth.
  3. Turn the blender off and pour the mixture into a large ziplock bag, add the chicken to the bag and toss together.
  4. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Remove the chicken from the bag and skewer 6-8 pieces of chicken on 6 skewers. *If using wood skewers, be sure to soak in water for an hour before using.
  6. Grill the chicken skewers over medium heat for 5-7 minutes per side.
  7. Serve with hummus on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Information

Calories 412kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 36g (72%) Fat 26g (40%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 97mg (32%) Sodium 534mg (22%) Potassium 748mg (21%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 1358mg (27%) Vitamin C 9mg (10%) Calcium 40mg (4%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6skewers

Amount Per Serving

Calories 412

% Daily Value*

Calories 412kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 36g 72%
Fat 26g 40%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 97mg 32%
Sodium 534mg 22%
Potassium 748mg 16%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 1358mg 27%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 40mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.