CITRUS CHICKEN KABOBS

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"I've been experimenting with lighter evening meals so we don't eat heavy right before bedtime," shares Suzi Sisson of San Diego, California. "My family loves how fresh and light these appealing glazed kabobs taste."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 pound fresh broccoli, broken into florets
2 large navel oranges
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
4 plum tomatoes, quartered
1 large onion, cut into wedges
GLAZE:
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey

Steps:

Place 1 in. of water in a large saucepan; add broccoli. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. , Cut each orange into eight wedges. On eight metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread chicken, vegetables and oranges. In a small bowl, combine the glaze ingredients., Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill kabobs, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 10-14 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink, turning and basting frequently with glaze.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 568mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges