Chicken Recipes

CHICKEN SKEWERS

These skewers are easy to assemble, and can be cooked under the broiler or on a charcoal grill.

INGREDIENTS
6 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 medium zucchini
1 long thin eggplant
11 ounces boneless chicken, cut into 2-inch cubes
12—16 pickled onions
I bell pepper, red or yellow, cut into 2-inch squares
salt and black pepper

SERVES 4

1. In a small bowl, mix the oil with the lemon juice, garlic and basil. Season with salt and pepper.

2. Slice the zucchini and eggplant lengthwise into strips 1/4-inch thick. Cut them horizontally about two-thirds of the way along their length. Discard the shorter length. Wrap half the chicken pieces with the zucchini slices, and the other half with the eggplant slices.

3. Prepare the skewers by alternating the chicken, onions and pepper pieces. Lay the prepared skewers on a platter, and sprinkle with the flavored oil. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes. Preheat the broiler, or prepare a charcoal grill.

4. Broil or grill for about 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender, turning the skewers occasionally. Serve hot.