Chicken skewers

Name: Chicken skewers - Ligia L.
Ingredients: 250 g chicken breast; 2 teaspoons of Kotanyi garlic chicken roast seasoning; 2 tomatoes; 100 ml sour cream; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Meat - Chicken skewers by Ligia L. - Recipia

When I don't feel like complicated recipes or big plans, these simple chicken breast skewers are among the ones I make without too much hassle. Usually, I put them on the grill and prepare some plain white rice on the side. The recipe doesn't have many ingredients, and the steps are quick, so it's easy to repeat whenever I want something stress-free. Quick Info Total time: about 35-40 minutes Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 15-20 minutes (depending on the grill) Servings: 2 Difficulty: easy Recipe type: quick lunch or dinner, grilling Ingredients 250 g chicken breast 2 teaspoons garlic chicken seasoning (Kotanyi) 2 tomatoes 100 ml sour cream 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation steps 1. Wash the chicken breast and dry it well with a paper towel. Then cut it into evenly sized cubes to ensure even cooking. 2. Place the chicken pieces in a bowl and sprinkle the two teaspoons of garlic chicken seasoning on top. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly. Set aside for 10 minutes. 3. Meanwhile, if using wooden skewers, soak them in cold water to prevent burning on the grill. If using metal skewers, skip this step. 4. Start threading the pieces of meat onto the skewers. Don’t pack them too tightly to ensure even cooking. 5. Wash the tomatoes and cut them in half. After finishing threading the meat, add the tomato halves to the skewers, either at the ends or between the chicken pieces, depending on space and preference. 6. Place the skewers on the preheated grill. Turn them occasionally until they are browned all over and the chicken is cooked through. This takes about 15-20 minutes, but it depends on the grill and the thickness of the pieces. 7. For the sauce, mix the sour cream with 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder in a small bowl. 8. Serve the skewers immediately while they are warm, alongside steamed white rice. If desired, add a small cube of butter on top of the hot rice. Why I make this recipe often I often prepare these skewers because they are uncomplicated and I don’t waste time on them. The ingredients are simple, easy to find, and suitable for busy days. The taste is balanced, and if I want to change something about the side dish or sauce, it adapts quickly. Tips and variations Tips The chicken breast should be cut into even pieces for uniform cooking. Don’t marinate the chicken for too long – 10 minutes is sufficient for the spices used here. When using wooden skewers, don’t skip the soaking step in water, or they may burn. Turn the skewers regularly on the grill to avoid drying out the chicken. Substitutions Instead of garlic chicken seasoning (Kotanyi), you can use any chicken spice mix that contains salt, garlic, and possibly other herbs. If you don’t have garlic powder, you can omit it or use a crushed garlic clove in the sauce. Sour cream can be replaced with Greek yogurt for a lighter sauce. Variations You can add other vegetables to the skewers if you like (bell peppers, onion, zucchini), but the basic recipe remains with tomatoes. The sauce can be adjusted with other spices if you want more flavor. Serving ideas The simplest option goes with steamed white rice, with a cube of butter added while it’s hot. If you want to change it up, baked potatoes or a simple green salad are also quick alternatives. The sour cream and garlic sauce is basic, but if you want something different, a light garlic dip or yogurt sauce works too. Frequently asked questions 1. What kind of chicken breast is best? Any fresh, boneless, skinless chicken breast works. It’s important to cut it as evenly as possible so it doesn’t dry out on the grill. 2. What can I use if I don’t have a grill? You can also make them on a grill pan on the stove. However, the grill taste is different. 3. Can I make the skewers in advance? It’s better to cook them immediately after assembling, but you can keep them in the fridge for a few hours before grilling. I don’t recommend keeping them overnight, as the chicken breast can dry out. 4. Can I skip the sour cream sauce? Yes, it’s not mandatory. It’s just for extra flavor; you can serve the skewers without it. 5. How do I know if the chicken is done? The chicken pieces should be browned on all sides and have no pink meat in the center. You can check by cutting a piece if you’re inexperienced. Nutritional values Approximately, one serving (half of the recipe, without sides) has around 220-250 kcal, 30 g protein, 11 g fat, 2-3 g carbohydrates (from tomatoes and sauce). The rice and butter for the side add calories separately, about 120-150 kcal per 100 g of cooked rice plus another 35 kcal for 5 g of butter. Values are approximate and can vary depending on the sour cream used. Storage and reheating The skewers don’t store very well – the chicken breast dries out if reheated. If there are leftovers, you can keep them covered in the fridge for a maximum of one day and reheat briefly in the microwave or on the stove, but it won’t have the same texture. It’s best to consume them while fresh. The sour cream sauce can be kept in the fridge separately, covered, for one day.

Chicken skewers

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