Low Fat Chicken Skewers with Green Sauce
Elevate your grilling game with these Low Fat Chicken Skewers with Green Sauce, a protein-packed, flavor-forward dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Juicy cubes of marinated chicken breast, brushed with a zesty blend of olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice, are char-grilled to perfection for a smoky, golden finish. The highlight? A vibrant, creamy green sauce made with fresh parsley, cilantro, lime juice, and non-fat Greek yogurt, delivering a tangy, herbaceous kick with a hint of heat from jalapeño. Ready in just 35 minutes, this healthy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or light summer meals. Serve these skewers hot, with the luscious green sauce for dipping, and watch as this low-fat, high-flavor meal disappears in no time!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 units garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 units green onion, chopped
- 1 unit jalapeño, seeded and chopped
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch cubes.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper. Add the chicken cubes and toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Step 3
While the chicken marinates, prepare the green sauce. In a food processor, combine the parsley, cilantro, green onion, jalapeño, lime juice, Greek yogurt, and the remaining salt and pepper. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 4
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Step 5
Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto skewers.
Step 6
Grill the chicken skewers for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice char.
Step 7
Serve the chicken skewers hot, with the green sauce on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1491.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1305.6 |
| Total Fat 37.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 431.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3020.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 54.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.7g | |
| Protein 194.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 25IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1019.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 26.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4823.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories