SPICY LEMON CHICKEN KABOBS

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When I see Meyer lemons in the store, it must be spring. I like using them for these easy chicken kabobs, but regular grilled lemons still add the signature smoky tang. —Terri Crandall, Gardnerville, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/4 cup lemon juice
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3 tablespoons white wine
1-1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 medium lemons, halved
Minced chives

Steps:

In a large shallow dish, combine lemon juice, 3 tablespoons oil, wine, pepper flakes and rosemary. Add chicken and turn to coat. Refrigerate up to 3 hours., Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Thread chicken onto 6 metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, covered, over medium heat until no longer pink, turning once, 10-12 minutes., Meanwhile, place lemons on grill, cut side down. Grill until lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. Squeeze lemon halves over chicken. Drizzle with remaining oil; sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 55mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges