MEDITERRANEAN STYLE CHICKEN SKEWERS

Despite the fact that this recipe is essentially pure vegetables and chicken with seasoning, it tastes like a flavorful dish that is satiating but not heavy. The seasoning gives it a slight kick, that my dad happened to love. You can easily save leftovers for school lunch by taking them off of the skewers and packing them in a container.

This recipe is from my 5 GRANDMAS HEALTHY TEEN SERIES.

Pros: 

• Can be prepared and saved for after school or packed for lunch at school

• Can be made in a pinch for your whole family

• Can be served in several ways (ex: with hummus or in a pita)

• Food groups: protein (chicken & legumes - if served with hummus), veggies, grains (pita bread)

• Great for picky eaters because you can adjust the seasoning 

• Uses easy-to-find ingredients 

• An simple meal for young athletes who need protein

• Has less than 15 ingredients, excluding the seasonings 

MEDITERRANEAN STYLE CHICKEN SKEWERS

SERVINGS: 9-10 SKEWERS
PREP TIME: 20 MINUTES
COOKING TIME: 15 MINUTES
TOTAL TIME: 35 MINUTES

INGREDIENTS

• 2 large chicken breasts (cut into cubes)

• Skewers

• ¼ teaspoon of oregano

• ¼ teaspoon of paprika 

• ¼ teaspoon of chili powder

• ¼ teaspoon of cumin 

• ¼ teaspoon of cayenne 

• ¼ teaspoon of onion powder

• 1 teaspoon of salt 

• Pepper to season

• ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder

• 1 red onion (chopped into large pieces)

• 1 bell pepper (chopped into large pieces) 

• 1 zucchini (chopped into large pieces) 

• 3 tablespoons of olive oil 

• Pita bread (to side)

• Hummus (to side)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Prep Chicken and Veggies

   Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. In a large bowl, add all chopped vegges and cubed chicken. To the bowl, add the olive oil, pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, cumin, chili powder, paprika, and oregano. Mix everything with your hands until the seasoning is evenly coating every piece of chicken and vegetable.

2. Assemble the Skewers

   Assemble the skewers by putting the chicken and vegetables on the skewers in any order you like, while going in a pattern to ensure you use an even amount of each veggie and the chicken on each skewer. Place all assembled skewers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

3. Cook the Skewers

   Once all skewers are assembled and the oven is fully preheated, place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, before removing, broil the skewers for 3-4 minutes.

4. Serve and Enjoy!

   Serve with a dollop of hummus and a side of pita bread to complete the meal!