Peruvian Chicken Kebab

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil provides a neutral flavor at a lower cost.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Thighs are juicier and drumsticks are often cheaper.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar provides acidity at a lower cost.

Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and place in a bowl.

Mince garlic and add to the chicken.

Sprinkle cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper over the chicken.

Pour lime juice and olive oil over the mixture and toss to coat.

Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Soak wooden skewers in water for 15 minutes to prevent burning.

Thread marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, alternating with red onion and bell pepper.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through.

Remove skewers from the grill and let rest for a few minutes.

Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with avocado and sour cream.

Cooking Techniques

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