Chicken Skewers with Meyer Lemon Salsa

Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
6%
Chicken Skewers with Meyer Lemon Salsa
45 min.
6
168kcal

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Delight your taste buds with these delectable Chicken Skewers paired with a refreshing Meyer Lemon Salsa. Perfect for a healthy lunch or a delightful dinner, this gluten-free dish is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly popular among food lovers. With each juicy piece of chicken marinated in a flavorful blend of herbs and spices, these skewers offer a burst of flavor that is sure to impress your family and friends.

The highlight of this recipe is undoubtedly the Meyer Lemon Salsa. With its zesty brightness from freshly squeezed lemon juice and the crispness of English cucumber, it enhances the savory notes of the grilled chicken. The addition of fresh cilantro and a hint of heat from a serrano chile elevates the dish to new heights, making it a standout at any gathering.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a vibrant meal that is not only satisfying but also nutritious, clocking in at a mere 168 calories per serving. Whether served alongside your favorite grain or simply enjoyed on their own, these Chicken Skewers with Meyer Lemon Salsa are bound to become a staple in your cooking repertoire. Grab your skewers and get ready to impress with this mouthwatering main course that is sure to leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • teaspoon coriander seeds 
  • 0.5 cup cucumber english finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove coarsely chopped
  • servings kosher salt 
  •  lemon zest 
  • tablespoons spring onion divided thinly sliced
  •  serrano chiles with seeds), finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup yogurt plain
  • 1.5 pounds chicken thighs boneless skinless cut into 1 1/2" pieces
  • pinch sugar 
  • teaspoon turmeric 
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • knife
  • blender
  • grill
  • aluminum foil
  • broiler
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Using a sharp knife, cut all peel and whitepith from lemons; discard. Working over amedium bowl, cut between membranes torelease segments into bowl; squeeze in juicefrom membranes and discard membranes.Strain juice into another bowl.
  2. Combine segments, 1 tablespoon strainedlemon juice (reserve remaining juice foranother use), cucumber, 2 tablespoons scallions,and chile in a small bowl; mix well. Stir insugar; season salsa with salt and set aside.
  3. Place chicken in a medium bowl andseason with salt and pepper. In a mini-processoror blender, purée 1/4 cup cilantro,yogurt, vegetable oil, garlic, coriander, andturmeric.
  4. Pour marinade over chicken; tossto coat.
  5. Let marinate at room temperaturefor 20 minutes. DO AHEAD: Can be made1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
  6. Let stand atroom temperature for 30 minutes beforecontinuing.
  7. Preheat broiler. Thread 4 pieces ofchicken onto each skewer and transfer toa foil-lined baking sheet. Broil, turning onceand watching closely to prevent burning,until browned and cooked through, about8 minutes. (Alternatively, grill skewers overmedium-high heat on a gas grill or overmedium heat on a charcoal grill.)
  8. Transferskewers to plates. Spoon Meyer lemonsalsa over chicken.
  9. Garnish with remaining2 tablespoons cilantro and 1 tablespoon scallions.

Nutrition Facts

Calories168kcal
Protein55.33%
Fat38.78%
Carbs5.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.27
Glycemic Load
0.32
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
10.897391381471%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.28mg
Hesperetin
0.37mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.87mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:168.4kcal
8.42%
Fat:7.08g
10.9%
Saturated Fat:1.55g
9.66%
Carbohydrates:2.42g
0.81%
Net Carbohydrates:1.92g
0.7%
Sugar:1.27g
1.41%
Cholesterol:107.93mg
35.98%
Sodium:304.14mg
13.22%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.73g
45.47%
Selenium:26.29µg
37.56%
Vitamin B3:6.42mg
32.11%
Vitamin B6:0.54mg
27.17%
Phosphorus:236.4mg
23.64%
Vitamin K:16.9µg
16.09%
Vitamin B5:1.47mg
14.71%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.82%
Vitamin B12:0.79µg
13.13%
Zinc:1.9mg
12.69%
Potassium:353.6mg
10.1%
Magnesium:32.62mg
8.16%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.8%
Iron:1.23mg
6.86%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.95%
Copper:0.09mg
4.42%
Calcium:40.48mg
4.05%
Vitamin C:2.81mg
3.41%
Vitamin E:0.45mg
2.98%
Folate:10.2µg
2.55%
Vitamin A:121.11IU
2.42%
Fiber:0.5g
2.02%
Source:Epicurious