Description

Juicy grilled chicken skewers marinated in bold spices, served over fragrant basmati rice cooked with colorful vegetables and herbs—an irresistible, satisfying main dish.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Skewers:
1 1/2 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
3 tablespoons plain yogurt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon turmeric
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
Wooden or metal skewers
For the Spiced Vegetable Rice:
1 1/2 cups basmati rice
1 tablespoon oil or butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup mixed bell peppers, chopped
1 medium tomato, diced
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 1/2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish

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Instructions

In a bowl, mix yogurt, oil, lemon juice, and all chicken marinade spices. Add chicken pieces and coat well. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
Meanwhile, rinse the rice until water runs clear. Set aside.
In a large pot, heat oil or butter and sauté onion and garlic until soft. Add bell peppers and tomato; cook for 5 minutes.
Stir in curry powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add rice and mix well to coat with the spices.
Pour in broth, bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender. Fluff and garnish with parsley.
Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers and grill for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
Serve hot skewers over the spiced vegetable rice.

Notes

You can substitute chicken breast for thighs if preferred.
Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
Use any colorful seasonal vegetables for the rice.
Leftovers make a great meal prep option.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (1/4 recipe)
Calories: 520
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 110mg