Description
Chargrilled Chicken Skewers with Cherry Tomatoes feature juicy chicken pieces and sweet tomatoes grilled to perfection, ideal for a quick and delicious meal or appetizer.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs, cut into chunks
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
- Skewers (wooden or metal)
Instructions
- Toss chicken pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Thread chicken and cherry tomatoes alternately onto skewers.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.
Notes
- Marinate chicken in yogurt and spices for extra tenderness.
- Add bell peppers or onions to skewers for more variety.
- Serve with dipping sauces like tzatziki or garlic aioli.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before use to prevent burning.
- Ensure chicken pieces are cut evenly for uniform cooking.
- Assemble skewers ahead and refrigerate until grilling.
- Freeze cooked skewers without tomatoes for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 2 skewers)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg