Contest - "The Healthy Recipe" by @wajid7222
Recipe:
- Grilled Chicken and Veggie Skewers
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 red bell peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 green bell peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 yellow squash, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before using to prevent burning)
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
- Thread chicken, bell peppers, red onion, zucchini, and yellow squash onto skewers, alternating between chicken and vegetables.
- Brush skewers with the prepared marinade, making sure to coat both sides.
- Place skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 8-10 minutes on each side, or until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
This recipe is a great source of protein and nutrients, with each serving containing approximately:
- Calories: 360
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fat: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 340mg
Tips and Variations:
You can mix up the veggies based on what you have on hand or what you prefer. Other options include cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, asparagus, and eggplant.
If you don't have a grill, you can also cook these skewers on a grill pan or in the oven.To make this recipe vegan or vegetarian, you can substitute the chicken with tofu or tempeh.You can also serve these skewers with a side of brown rice, quinoa, or a salad for a complete meal.
To make the marinade ahead of time, you can mix all the ingredients together and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Just remember to give it a good stir before using it.