Best Southwestern Marinade For Chicken Kebabs Recipes

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SOUTHWEST CHICKEN MARINADE



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The perfect combo of smoky southwest ingredients without being too spicy, this chicken marinade makes kids and adults alike happy! Use the chicken for taco and burrito filling, salads, kabobs, quesadillas, and more.

Provided by Rachel Tiemeyer

Categories     Chicken

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup oil (recommend: avocado or olive oil)
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Add the oil, vinegar, cilantro/parsley, chili powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt and pepper to a gallon-sized freezer bag, seal, and shake. Either seal and refrigerate until ready to use, OR add 1.5-2 pounds chicken to the bag, seal, and squish around to make sure the chicken is covered in marinade. (Freezing instructions begin here.)
  • Place the bag in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours and up to 24 hours.
  • Cook the chicken however you'd like (grill, slow cook, pressure cook, or bake). See tips below in the Notes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Sugar 0.2 g, Sodium 498.5 mg, Fat 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

CHICKEN & VEGETABLE KABOBS



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My husband and I love to grill in the summer, especially vegetables. These kabobs not only taste delicious but they look great too! -Tina Oles, Nashwauk, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
1 medium red onion, cut into thick wedges
2/3 cup sun-dried tomato salad dressing, divided

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken and vegetables. Drizzle with 1/3 cup dressing and toss to coat. Alternately thread chicken and vegetables onto 4 metal or soaked wooden skewers., Grill kabobs, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until chicken is no longer pink, 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with remaining dressing during the last 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 515mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN KABOBS



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These Chicken Kabobs are made with chicken breasts, a flavorful chicken kabob marinade and vegetables. This colorful meal is easy to make on the grill or in the oven.

Provided by Kristine Rosenblatt

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 15

¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar (or honey)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or dried oregano)
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 ¼ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces)
2 small or 1 medium zucchini (sliced into ½-inch thick rounds)
1 red bell pepper (cut into 1-inch pieces)
1 yellow bell pepper (cut into 1-inch pieces)
1 small red or yellow onion (cut into 1-inch chunks with a few layers still together)
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • If using wooden skewers, soak them in a dish of warm water for at least 20 minutes.
  • Combine the chicken marinade ingredients in a zip-top bag or dish: olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, Italian seasoning and black pepper. Squish to mix in the bag or whisk if using a dish.
  • Add the chicken pieces to the marinade. Make sure that all of the chicken is coated with the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
  • Place the zucchini rounds and chopped bell peppers in a baking dish or bowl. Drizzle with the 1 ½ tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss gently to coat. Add the onion to the bowl last and mix in very gently so that the onion layers stay together as best as possible.
  • Put the chicken and vegetables on the skewers, dividing evenly between the 8 skewers and arranging the vegetable pieces in between the chicken pieces. Aim to put about 3 chicken pieces and 2-3 pieces of each vegetable per skewer. Discard all of the used marinade that held the chicken.
  • Grill over medium heat for 12-18 minutes, turning every few minutes to cook all sides evenly. Kabobs are done when chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165° F.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 skewers, Calories 407 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 91 mg, Sodium 747 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 11 g, UnsaturatedFat 18 g

SPICY SOUTHWEST CHICKEN KABOBS



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Enjoy a grilled dinner with this chicken and vegetable kabobs made ready in 30 minutes. Perfect if you love Southwest cuisine.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon garlic pepper
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
4 small ears fresh corn, husks removed
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 medium yellow or red bell peppers, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
3/4 cup ranch dressing
1 canned chipotle chili in adobo sauce, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. Mix garlic pepper and oil. Cut each ear of corn into 3 pieces. Thread chicken, corn and bell peppers alternately on each of six 10- to 12-inch metal skewers, leaving space between each piece. Brush kabobs with oil mixture.
  • Cover and grill kabobs 4 to 5 inches from medium heat 15 to 20 minutes, turning 2 or 3 times, until chicken is no longer pink in center.
  • Mix dressing and chili. Serve with kabobs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 400 mg

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN MARINADE



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This is a great way to prepare chicken for company -- but it's so easy and quick, it's also a perfect entree for "gotta-make-a-quick-dinner" nights!

Provided by Spicy Gal

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 chicken breasts, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 chicken breasts
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons garlic powder or 2 minced garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon cumin
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Mix together marinade ingredients.
  • Coat chicken in marinade.
  • (Optional: allow chicken to marinate 1-2 hours. On evenings when I don't have time to let it sit, though, it still tastes good when it goes straight to the grill!).
  • Grill chicken.

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