Cilantro And Orange Chicken Kabobs Recipe

Name: Cilantro And Orange Chicken Kabobs
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: Skinless Chicken Breasts; Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; Orange Juice; Lime Juice; 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 large poblano pepper, seeded and chopped; 8-10 wooden skewers, soaked in water for at least 30 minutes; 1 large orange, juiced (about 1/2 cup juice); Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Fire up the grill for these juicy Cilantro & Orange Chicken Kabobs! Tender chicken marinated in a zesty orange and cilantro sauce, then grilled to perfection with smoky poblano peppers. This vibrant recipe is quick, easy, and bursting with flavor – perfect for a weeknight dinner or a summer barbecue.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 325.8 kcal

Protein 56g

Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cilantro And Orange Chicken Kabobs

Skinless Chicken Breasts
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
Orange Juice
Lime Juice
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 large poblano pepper, seeded and chopped
8-10 wooden skewers, soaked in water for at least 30 minutes
1 large orange, juiced (about 1/2 cup juice)
Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper

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How to Make Cilantro And Orange Chicken Kabobs

In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor.
While the chicken marinates, wash and cut the poblano peppers into 1-inch pieces. Remove stems and seeds if desired.
Preheat your grill to medium heat.
Thread the marinated chicken pieces and poblano peppers onto skewers, alternating between them.
Grill the kabobs for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and the peppers are slightly charred. Internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).
Remove from grill, season with salt and pepper to taste, and squeeze fresh orange juice over the kabobs before serving. Garnish with extra cilantro, if desired.