Moroccan-Spiced Chicken Skewers with Quinoa Tabbouleh

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 medium cucumber, diced
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the cubed chicken, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, garlic, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the chicken. Thread the marinated chicken onto metal or wooden skewers.

2. 2

   Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Cook the chicken skewers for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through.