The Ultimate Spiced Chicken Skewers 🔥🍗 BBQ and Outdoor Grilling Recipes | SEASON & SERVE BLOG

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a healthier fat profile while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: turkey breast

Chicken thighs are juicier and more flavorful, while turkey breast can be a cost-effective alternative.

Welcome to the channel and introduction to the recipe.

Make the spice mixture using garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, sweet paprika, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, dried dill, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Set the spice mixture aside for later use.

Prepare the chicken breasts by cutting them into 1 to 1.5 inch pieces, removing the chicken tender separately.

Add the chicken pieces to a large bowl.

Prepare the marinade using 2 cups of milk and the juice of half a lemon. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes until it curdles.

Pour the buttermilk over the chicken and add 2 tablespoons of the spice mixture. Mix to combine and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

If short on time, you can skip marinating but the chicken won't be as tender.

Prepare skewers: use flat metal skewers or soak bamboo skewers in water for 1-2 hours to prevent burning.

After marinating, drain the chicken and add it to a large bowl with olive oil and the remaining spice mixture. Mix to coat evenly.

Skewer the chicken pieces onto the skewers, packing them tightly.

Drizzle the assembled skewers with olive oil to prevent sticking on the grill.

Preheat the barbecue to 400°F.

Lay the skewers diagonally across the grill grates for nice char marks.

Reduce heat to medium, cover, and cook for about 10-12 minutes per side, flipping when char marks appear and they easily flip over.

If skewers stick, cover and let cook longer to avoid tearing the chicken.

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