Lemon-Rosemary Chicken Skewers

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Lemon-Rosemary Chicken Skewers
45 min.
24
88kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and gluten-free appetizer that's sure to impress your guests? Look no further than these vibrant Lemon-Rosemary Chicken Skewers! Perfect for gatherings, parties, or a simple snack, these skewers are packed with flavor and easy to make. With a delightful blend of lemon juice, fresh rosemary, and a hint of spice, the marinade infuses the chicken with a mouthwatering taste that's hard to resist.

This recipe serves 24, making it an excellent choice for larger groups, and each serving comes in at just 88 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence. The combination of juicy grape tomatoes and tender chicken strips threaded on skewers creates a visually appealing dish that's not only delicious but also fun to eat.

Prepare to dazzle your friends and family with this simple yet sophisticated appetizer. Whether you're hosting an outdoor barbecue, a formal dinner party, or a casual get-together, these Lemon-Rosemary Chicken Skewers are sure to be a hit. So why wait? Grab your ingredients, preheat that oven, and let's get cooking!

Ingredients

  • small bay leaves 
  • pint cherry tomatoes 
  • tablespoons rosemary leaves fresh chopped
  • large garlic clove pressed
  • cup juice of lemon fresh
  • cup mayonnaise light
  • cup olive oil 
  • teaspoons hot sauce hot
  • teaspoons salt 
  •  chicken breast halves boneless skinless (each 7 ounces)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Cut each chicken breast half lengthwise into 6 thin strips. Thread each strip completely onto 1 skewer, leaving 1/2 inch of skewer exposed at 1 end. Press 1 grape tomato onto end of skewer. Divide skewers between two 15x10x2-inch glass baking dishes, stacking skewers if necessary.
  2. Pour oil into bowl.
  3. Whisk in next 6 ingredients.
  4. Pour marinade over chicken. Marinate 1 hour at room temperature, turning often, or cover and chill overnight.
  5. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  6. Remove skewers from marinade and arrange on 2 large rimmed baking sheets; reserve marinade.
  7. Bake chicken until just cooked through, about 8 minutes.
  8. Transfer to platter.
  9. Transfer reserved marinade to medium saucepan. Boil over medium-high heat 1 minute. Cool marinade 15 minutes. Strain.
  10. Pour 1/2 cup marinade into medium bowl; whisk in mayonnaise. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper. Spoon remaining marinade over chicken to moisten.
  11. Serve chicken with sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories88kcal
Protein37.8%
Fat50.37%
Carbs11.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.25
Glycemic Load
0.05
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
5.1730434376261%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.5mg
Hesperetin
1.47mg
Naringenin
0.2mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:88.04kcal
4.4%
Fat:4.91g
7.56%
Saturated Fat:0.8g
5%
Carbohydrates:2.6g
0.87%
Net Carbohydrates:2.37g
0.86%
Sugar:1.09g
1.21%
Cholesterol:25.6mg
8.53%
Sodium:325.94mg
14.17%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.3g
16.6%
Vitamin B3:4.05mg
20.25%
Selenium:12.48µg
17.82%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.53%
Vitamin C:9.35mg
11.34%
Phosphorus:87.83mg
8.78%
Vitamin K:6.74µg
6.42%
Vitamin B5:0.59mg
5.86%
Potassium:200.06mg
5.72%
Vitamin E:0.66mg
4.41%
Magnesium:12.77mg
3.19%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.64%
Vitamin A:124.29IU
2.49%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.37%
Manganese:0.04mg
2.08%
Iron:0.34mg
1.91%
Zinc:0.27mg
1.78%
Folate:6.83µg
1.71%
Copper:0.03mg
1.55%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.26%
Source:Epicurious