CILANTRO & LEMON MARINATED CHICKEN KABOBS

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Cook the onions first so there's plenty of room on the grill for the chicken skewers. Give the whole platter a spritz of lemon for a sunshiny delight. -Moumita Ghosh, Kolkata, West Bengal

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/3 cup fresh mint leaves
2 serrano peppers, sliced
1 piece fresh gingerroot (1 inch), coarsely chopped
4 garlic cloves, sliced
3 medium sweet onions, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
4 tablespoons canola oil, divided
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss chicken with lemon juice and salt; let stand 15 minutes. Meanwhile, place water, yogurt, herbs, peppers, ginger and garlic in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Stir into chicken mixture; refrigerate, covered, 2 hours., Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. Brush onions with 2 tablespoons oil. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 10-12 minutes or until tender, turning occasionally., Remove chicken from marinade; discard marinade. Thread chicken onto six metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 10-12 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink, turning occasionally and brushing with remaining oil during the last 4 minutes. Serve with grilled onions and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 651mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Deirdre Cowden
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These kabobs are a must-try for any chicken lover!


Muhamad Kamil
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I can't wait to make these kabobs again!


Eva Makena
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These are the best chicken kabobs I've ever had!


Bully Built
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I've made these kabobs several times and they're always a hit with my friends and family.


Sadaf Hasan
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These kabobs are perfect for a healthy and flavorful meal.


Aminu Baros
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I love the bright and citrusy flavor of these kabobs.


Malik Mudssar Awan
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So easy to make and so delicious!


Shehzada Bali wais
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These are my go-to kabobs for any party or gathering. They're always a hit!


Antwaun moriceau
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I made these kabobs for my family last night and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavor.


helie
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These kabobs are so juicy and flavorful. I love the way the marinade seeps into the chicken.


Shihab Shakib
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I love the fresh flavors in this marinade. The cilantro and lemon really shine through.


MIFZAL Michael
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These kabobs are perfect for a summer cookout. They're easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Naila usman
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I'm not usually a fan of cilantro, but it really works in this marinade. It gives the chicken a really nice flavor.


Abel Sanders
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These kabobs are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family. I love that I can prep them ahead of time and then just grill them when I'm ready to eat.


habile abrhim
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I love the combination of flavors in this marinade. The cilantro and lemon give it a nice brightness, while the garlic and cumin add a savory depth of flavor.


Julius Burgos
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These are the best chicken kabobs I've ever had! The marinade is amazing and the chicken is so tender and juicy.


Frosty gaming 12
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I've made these kabobs several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. The cilantro and lemon give them such a refreshing flavor.


am family fun
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These kabobs were a hit at my last BBQ! The marinade is so flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly.