Spiedini of Chicken and Zucchini with Almond Salsa Verde
Ingredients
* Salsa:
* 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
* 2 tablespoons chopped almonds, toasted
* 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
* 3 tablespoons capers, chopped
* 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind
* 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
* 1 tablespoon extravirgin olive oil
* 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
* 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
* 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
* 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
* 1 garlic clove, minced
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Spiedini:
* 1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
* 6 small zucchini, cut into 1-inch slices (about 1 1/4 pounds)
* Cooking spray
* 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
* 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Preparation
1. Soak 12 (10-inch) wooden skewers in water 30 minutes to prevent burning.
2. Prepare grill to medium-high heat.
3. To prepare salsa, combine first 12 ingredients; set aside.
4. To prepare spiedini, thread chicken and zucchini alternately onto each of 12 (10-inch) skewers. Coat spiedini with cooking spray; sprinkle evenly with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Place on grill rack; grill 6 minutes or until done, turning once. Serve with salsa.Pin It
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