Zesty Moroccan Chicken Skewers with Quinoa Salad

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 2 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 chicken, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, coriander, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss to coat the chicken evenly.

2. 2

   Thread the chicken onto skewers, leaving a small space between each piece.