Lemon Chicken Skewers
Total Time: Prep: 10 min. + marinade. Grill: 15 min.
Makes: 6 servings
Ingredients
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1/4 cup olive oil
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3 tablespoons lemon juice
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1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon sugar
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1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-1/2-in. pieces
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3 medium Zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into 1-1/2-inch slices
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3 medium onions, cut into wedges
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12 cherry tomatoes
Directions
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In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients; set aside 1/4 cup for basting. Pour half into a large bowl. Add chicken; turn to coat. Pour the remaining marinade into another large bowl. Add the zucchini, onions and tomatoes; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate chicken and vegetables for up to 4 hours or overnight.
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Drain and discard marinade. Alternately thread chicken and vegetables onto metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 6 minutes on each side or until chicken juices run clear, basting occasionally with reserved marinade.
Nutrition Facts
1 each: 219 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 66mg cholesterol, 278mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 3g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable
