CHICKEN SKEWERS WITH MEYER LEMON SALSA

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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Chicken     Broil     Healthy

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 Meyer lemons
1/2 cup finely chopped English hothouse cucumber
3 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions, divided
1 serrano chile (with seeds), finely chopped
Pinch of sugar
Kosher salt
1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1 1/2" pieces
Freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup plus 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup plain whole-milk yogurt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon cracked coriander seeds
1 teaspoon turmeric (optional)
Special Equipment:
12 metal skewers

Steps:

  • Using a sharp knife, cut all peel and white pith from lemons; discard. Working over a medium bowl, cut between membranes to release segments into bowl; squeeze in juice from membranes and discard membranes. Strain juice into another bowl. Combine segments, 1 Tbsp. strained lemon juice (reserve remaining juice for another use), cucumber, 2 Tbsp. scallions, and chile in a small bowl; mix well. Stir in sugar; season salsa with salt and set aside. Place chicken in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper. In a mini-processor or blender, purée 1/4 cup cilantro, yogurt, vegetable oil, garlic, coriander, and turmeric. Pour marinade over chicken; toss to coat. Let marinate at room temperature for 20 minutes. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before continuing. Preheat broiler. Thread 4 pieces of chicken onto each skewer and transfer to a foil-lined baking sheet. Broil, turning once and watching closely to prevent burning, until browned and cooked through, about 8 minutes. (Alternatively, grill skewers over medium-high heat on a gas grill or over medium heat on a charcoal grill.) Transfer skewers to plates. Spoon Meyer lemon salsa over chicken. Garnish with remaining 2 Tbsp. cilantro and 1 Tbsp. scallions.

Sylvia Jolanta TARNOWSKI LIZEWSKI
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These skewers are a great way to use up leftover chicken. I also like to add some grilled vegetables to the skewers.


Khaled Mahmud
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I would definitely recommend trying this recipe. It's a great way to change up your weeknight dinner routine.


Ainan Abdali
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These skewers are perfect for a summer cookout. They're easy to make and everyone loves them.


Namakau Muyoyeta
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I love the flavors in this dish. The chicken is juicy and the salsa is tangy and refreshing.


Jordan Crum
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I've made these skewers several times and they're always a crowd-pleaser. The salsa is especially good.


Dale Thurman
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These skewers were a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less salt in the marinade.


Somaria Townsel
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I made these skewers for a party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them.


Mizan MAhmud
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The recipe was easy to follow and the skewers were delicious! I especially liked the Meyer lemon salsa.


Ada Nugent
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These skewers were so easy to make and they turned out so well! The chicken was tender and the salsa was the perfect complement.


Cricket Lover
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the salsa was delicious. I would recommend using a different cut of chicken or marinating it longer.


Thabang Shoun
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These chicken skewers were so juicy and flavorful! I loved the combination of the tangy Meyer lemon salsa and the savory chicken. I will definitely be making these again.