Featured Protein: Chicken
Incorporating chicken into your diet offers a myriad of health benefits! Chicken is a lean source of protein, essential for muscle repair and growth, making it an excellent choice for supporting an active lifestyle. Additionally, it's rich in essential nutrients like vitamins B6 and B12, which play a crucial role in metabolism and energy production. Chicken is also a good source of niacin, selenium, and phosphorus, all of which contribute to overall health and well-being. With its versatility and delicious taste, adding chicken to your diet can help you maintain muscle mass, support weight management, and promote overall health and vitality.
Ingredients
4 | boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4 inch cubes |
4 | garlic cloves, peeled and chopped |
1/4 | cup fresh lemon juice |
1 | teaspoon ground cumin |
1 | teaspoon thyme |
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste | |
1 | green or red pepper, seeds removed and cut into cubes |
8 | shallots, peeled and quartered |
Instructions
1. | Place chicken in a shallow dish and toss with the garlic, lemon juice, cumin, thyme, salt and pepper to taste. |
2. | Cover and refrigerate overnight. |
3. | After marinating, preheat the oven to broil or grill to high. |
4. | Thread the kebabs by alternating the pieces of chicken, pepper and shallot. |
5. | Brush the kebabs with the marinade and cook on the barbecue or under the broiler, 5 minutes on each side. |
6. | Note: You will need kebab sticks, If you are using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes so they won’t burn. |
