GRILLED CHICKEN FAJITA SKEWERS
Ingredients
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1⁄2 cup finely chopped cilantro leaves
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1⁄3 cup lime juice (about 6 limes)
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1⁄3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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2 teaspoon salt
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1⁄8 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cumin
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2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1 1⁄2” chunks (can use breast, but will not be as juicy)
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2 (4.5 ounce) cans Red Gold® Whole Peeled Tomatoes, drained
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1 large red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1 1⁄2” pieces
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1 large green bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1 1⁄2” pieces
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1 large sweet onion, peeled and cut into 1 1⁄2” cubes
Instructions
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To make the marinade, whisk together cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, sugar, salt, black pepper and cumin in small bowl until well combined.
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Place chicken cubes in large resealable plastic bag and pour in marinade. Remove as much air as possible and seal. Place in fridge for 1-5 hours.
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Thread Big Green Egg Flexible Skewers by alternating with chicken, tomato, peppers and onion until all ingredients are used.
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Set EGG for direct cooking (no convEGGtor) at 400°F/204°C.
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Place skewers on EGG and grill 3-4 minutes per side until chicken is cooked through and veggies have a nice char. Remove from heat and let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Makes 8 servings