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Zesty Spanish Chicken Skewers

Prep 20 min · Cook 20 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Zesty Spanish Chicken Skewers

Vibrant, flavorful chicken skewers with peppers and onions, served over fluffy saffron rice for a family-friendly Spanish dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 yellow onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups long grain white rice
  • 1/4 tsp saffron threads
  • 3 cups chicken broth

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, combine the chicken, bell pepper, and onion. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, paprika, cumin, oregano, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Pour the marinade over the chicken and vegetables and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.

  2. 2

    Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread the chicken, peppers, and onions onto skewers.

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