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Kissing In The Kitchen with Shawnie Kelley

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Grilled Chicken Skewers

These colorful skewers showcase marinating, knife skills, and grilling techniques. The bright flavors pair perfectly with yogurt sauce, lemon butter sauce, or roasted potatoes, creating a fresh and versatile meal using your favorite vegetables.

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Directions

  1. Prepare the Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20–30 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.

  2. Make the Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together all marinade ingredients until well combined.

  3. Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.

  4. Assemble the Skewers: Thread the chicken and onion pieces onto skewers, alternating ingredients for even cooking and visual appeal. Thread the vegetables onto separate skewers, as they require a different cooking time than the chicken.

  5. Preheat the Grill: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

  6. Grill the Skewers: Place the skewers on the grill. Cook for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the vegetables are tender with light char marks.

  7. Rest and Serve: Transfer the skewers to a platter and allow them to rest for 5 minutes before serving with your selected sauce.

From Shawnie's class “Day 5 - Plating, Creativity & Teamwork: The Final Challenge”