Danielle Lapointe's Slow Cooker Kebabs

Danielle Lapointe's Slow Cooker Kebabs are a game-changer for weeknight dinners, combining the classic flavors of grilled kebabs with the convenience of a slow cooker. Featuring tender chunks of beef sirloin or chicken breast, vibrant bell peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and hearty zucchini, this recipe is seasoned to perfection with a blend of garlic powder, paprika, and cumin. The slow cooker ensures the meat stays moist and the vegetables become melt-in-your-mouth tender—all without the need for a grill. Perfect for busy days, these skewers can be prepped in just 20 minutes, making them ideal for a hands-off, fuss-free meal that delights every member of the family. Serve these savory kebabs with rice, pita bread, or a crisp salad for a wholesome, satisfying dinner that's as flavorful as it is easy to make.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Beef sirloin or chicken breast, cubed
• 2 pieces Bell peppers (any color), seeded and chopped into large chunks
• 1 piece Red onion, peeled and chopped into large chunks
• 20 pieces Cherry tomatoes
• 2 pieces Zucchini, sliced into thick coins
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 8 pieces Metal or wooden skewers

Directions

Step 1

If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the cubed beef or chicken, bell peppers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and zucchini.

Step 3

Drizzle the olive oil over the ingredients in the bowl.

Step 4

Sprinkle the garlic powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper over the mixture. Toss until everything is well coated.

Step 5

Thread the marinated ingredients onto the skewers, alternating between meat and vegetables for variety.

Step 6

Arrange the assembled skewers in the slow cooker, layering them carefully to ensure even cooking.

Step 7

Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until the meat is cooked through and vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Once cooked, carefully remove the skewers from the slow cooker. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm with your favorite side dishes, such as rice, pita bread, or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1722.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2054.8

Total Fat 126.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 510.3mg	0%
Sodium 2786.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.2g	0%
Total Sugars 31.6g
Protein 167.0g	0%

Vitamin D 47.6IU	0%
Calcium 256.0mg	0%
Iron 20.5mg	0%
Potassium 4230.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.9%

Protein: 32.8%

Carbs: 11.3%