Best Grilled Chicken Red Onion And Mint Kebabs With Greek Salad Recipes

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GRILLED CHICKEN, RED ONION, AND MINT KEBABS



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The colorful kebabs feature the popular Greek flavors of mint and oregano. Serve them over rice or with pita bread and a greek salad. The chicken needs to marinate for 30 minutes.

Provided by NcMysteryShopper

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon dried mint
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 bunch of fresh mint
1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Mix chicken, 2 tablespoons oil, garlic, mint, oregano, salt, and pepper in medium bowl. Let marinate 30 minutes. Whisk remaining 2 tablespoons oil and lemon juice in small bowl to blend.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Pull off large mint leaves from stems. Alternate chicken, onion, and mint leaves on skewers; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until chicken is just cooked through, turning and basting occasionally with oil-lemon mixture, about 9 minutes. Serve Greek Salad alongside.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333, Fat 18, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 109, Sodium 781.4, Carbohydrate 4.7, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.4, Protein 36.8

GRILLED GREEK CHICKEN KEBABS WITH MINT-FETA SAUCE



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Categories     Sauce     Chicken     Marinate     Feta     Mint     Summer

Yield serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 4), cut into 1-inch pieces (24 total)
1 zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces (16 total)
1/2 small red onion, quartered lengthwise, layers separated
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Vegetable oil, for grill
1/2 cup crumbled feta (2 ounces)
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1 cup packed fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • In a resealable plastic bag, combine chicken, zucchini, onion, olive oil, oregano, and 2 tablespoons vinegar; season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Marinate at room temperature 30 minutes (or refrigerate up to overnight; place bag on a plate, in case of leaks).
  • Heat grill to medium (see page 367 for instructions); lightly oil grates. (Alternatively, heat a grill pan over medium-high.) Onto each skewer, thread 3 pieces of chicken with zucchini and onion. Grill skewers, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender, 12 to 14 minutes.
  • To make sauce, blend feta, yogurt, mint, and remaining tablespoon vinegar in a food processor until smooth. Serve kebabs with dipping sauce and garnish with mint leaves if desired.

SAFFRON-YOGURT CHICKEN KEBABS



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A easy, rich Greek yogurt-based marinade is the key to these juicy flame-kissed chicken skewers that you can grill for a quick dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
1/2 teaspoon saffron threads
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch pieces
6 lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk to combine yogurt, oil, lemon zest and juice, thyme, garlic, saffron, paprika, turmeric, cayenne, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • Add chicken to yogurt marinade and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to overnight.
  • Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high. Thread chicken onto six 10-inch skewers and season with salt and pepper. Grill chicken until cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes per side. Drizzle with oil and serve with lemon wedges.

GRILLED CHICKEN, RED ONION, AND MINT KEBABS



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Very light and refreshing perfect for summer time- or anytime.

Provided by malinda sargent

Categories     Poultry Appetizers

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 lb skinless boneless chicken breast halves cut into 1 inch pieces.
4 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
4 clove garlic crushed
1 tsp mint, dried
1 tsp oregano, dried
1 tsp salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 bunch mint, fresh
1 red onion cut into 1 inch pieces
2 Tbsp lemon juice, fresh
8 12 inch metal skewers

Steps:

  • 1. Mix chicken, 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, mint, oregano, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Let marinade for 30 minutes, Whisk remaining 2 tablespoons oil and lemon juice in a small bowl
  • 2. Prepare barbecue ( medium high heat ) Pull off large mint leaves from stems. Alternate chicken, onion, and mint leaves on skewers. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until chicken is about cooked through, turning and basting occasionally with oil-lemon mixture about 9 minutes. Serve with Greek salad.

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