Chicken Kebabs with Creamy Pesto

Gluten Free
Health score
11%
Chicken Kebabs with Creamy Pesto
20 min.
4
199kcal

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These chicken kebabs with creamy pesto are a delicious and easy way to elevate your grilling game. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and healthy dish that's perfect for any occasion. The combination of juicy chicken, sweet cherry tomatoes, and bell peppers is a classic for a reason. The star of the show, however, is the creamy pesto sauce. It adds a burst of flavor with its fresh herbs and tangy lemon juice. The sauce is also incredibly versatile and can be used as a dip or drizzled over the kebabs for an extra indulgent touch.

This recipe is perfect for those who are short on time but don't want to compromise on taste and health. It's a quick and easy weeknight dinner option that will impress your family and friends. The kebabs are also a great choice for outdoor gatherings and summer cookouts. Serve them with a side of your favorite grilled vegetables or a refreshing salad for a complete meal.

Not only are these chicken kebabs delicious, but they're also nutritious. They're a good source of protein and packed with vitamins and minerals. The addition of lemon zest and garlic gives the dish a boost of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. So, you can indulge in these kebabs without any guilt and feel good about treating your taste buds and your body.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • teaspoons bottled garlic minced
  •  cherry tomatoes 
  • teaspoons juice of lemon fresh divided
  • teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • tablespoons yogurt plain low-fat
  • tablespoons cream sour reduced-fat
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • tablespoon basil pesto 
  • small onion red cut into 8 wedges
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • pound chicken breast boneless skinless cut into 1-inch pieces
  • inch bell pepper yellow

Equipment

  • broiler
  • skewers
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Preheat broiler.
  2. Combine rind, 1 tablespoon juice, garlic, oil, salt, and pepper. Toss with bell pepper, tomatoes, chicken, and onion. Thread vegetables and chicken onto 4 (12-inch) skewers.
  3. Place skewers on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Broil 12 minutes or until chicken is done, turning occasionally.
  4. Combine 1 teaspoon juice, yogurt, sour cream, and pesto.
  5. Serve sauce with kebabs.

Nutrition Facts

Calories199kcal
Protein52.85%
Fat33.21%
Carbs13.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.25
Glycemic Load
0.82
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
14.184782517993%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
5.89mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:198.83kcal
9.94%
Fat:7.21g
11.1%
Saturated Fat:1.68g
10.49%
Carbohydrates:6.81g
2.27%
Net Carbohydrates:5.84g
2.12%
Sugar:3.04g
3.38%
Cholesterol:75.57mg
25.19%
Sodium:474.72mg
20.64%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:25.83g
51.65%
Vitamin B3:12.09mg
60.44%
Selenium:37.49µg
53.55%
Vitamin B6:0.95mg
47.59%
Phosphorus:278.99mg
27.9%
Vitamin C:16.45mg
19.94%
Vitamin B5:1.78mg
17.8%
Potassium:589.83mg
16.85%
Magnesium:38.97mg
9.74%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.51%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.43%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.42%
Vitamin A:304.19IU
6.08%
Zinc:0.91mg
6.06%
Calcium:55.52mg
5.55%
Vitamin B12:0.31µg
5.13%
Vitamin E:0.73mg
4.89%
Iron:0.83mg
4.59%
Folate:17.33µg
4.33%
Copper:0.08mg
4.04%
Fiber:0.98g
3.91%
Vitamin K:2.79µg
2.66%