Low Sodium Chicken Skewers with Green Sauce

Elevate your weeknight grilling with these flavorful Low Sodium Chicken Skewers with Green Sauce—a perfect balance of zesty, smoky, and herby goodness! Tender chunks of marinated chicken, infused with citrus, garlic, oregano, and olive oil, are grilled to perfection and served with a vibrant, creamy green sauce made from fresh parsley, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, and crunchy pistachios. This recipe delivers bold flavors without the extra sodium, making it a heart-healthy option that doesn't skimp on taste. Ready in just 35 minutes, these juicy skewers paired with the refreshing sauce are perfect for grilling season or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve over a bed of rice or alongside a crisp salad for a wholesome, satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 8 pieces Wooden skewers
• 1 cup Fresh parsley
• 1 cup Cilantro
• 2 stalks Green onion
• 1 medium Jalapeño pepper, seeded
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted pistachios

Directions

Step 1

Begin by soaking wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.

Step 2

Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and dried oregano. Pour this marinade over the chicken chunks, tossing to coat evenly. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Step 4

For the green sauce, combine parsley, cilantro, green onion, jalapeño, lime juice, water, honey, and unsalted pistachios in a blender or food processor. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust lime juice or honey for desired flavor. Set aside.

Step 5

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Step 6

Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked wooden skewers, about 4-5 pieces per skewer.

Step 7

Grill the skewers for about 5-7 minutes on each side until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and has nice grill marks. Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).

Step 8

Serve the chicken skewers hot with the prepared green sauce drizzled on top or on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(763.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1210.5

Total Fat 53.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 391.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g	0%
Total Sugars 10.9g
Protein 148.6g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 230.7mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 2231.3mg	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: 40.3%

Protein: 49.4%

Carbs: 10.3%