Spicy Garlic Chicken Kabobs
with Pistachio Vegetables
These chicken kabobs pack a flavor punch
and are versatile enough to be served as a main dish or appetizer.
Great for potlucks too!
2 whole (1 pound) chicken breasts, boned
and skinned
1/2 pound zucchini, halved lengthwise then thickly sliced
1/2 pound yellow squash, cubed
1 large tomato, seeds drained, diced (8 oz.)
1/2 cup natural California pistachios, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
Spicy Garlic Baste (recipe follows)
Cooling Yogurt Mint Sauce (recipe follows)
- Cube chicken and thread on skewers (note:
if using bamboo skewers, soak in water for 15 minutes prior to
threading).
- Brush with Spicy Garlic Baste until well
coated.
- Barbecue over medium-hot coals or broil
3 inches from heat for about 8 minutes, or until done. (Do not
overcook). Turn and brush with marinade about halfway through.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in skillet over high
heat. Add zucchini and squash, stir-frying until tender-crisp,
about 2 minutes. Reduce heat, add tomato, pistachios and remaining
Garlic Baste. Stir-cook until hot and tender, about 2 more minutes.
Turn onto platter and lay skewers on top. Serve with Cooling
Yogurt Mint Sauce.
Makes 4 servings.
Spicy Garlic Baste: Combine 6 teaspoons minced garlic with 1/2 to
1 1/2 teaspoons bottled red pepper flakes and 1/4 cup bottled
fat-free vinaigrette or Italian dressing.
Cooling Yogurt Mint Sauce: Combine 1 cup nonfat plain yogurt, 1/2 teaspoon
grated lime peel and 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint.
Makes 1 cup.
Recipe and photograph provided courtesy
of the California Pistachio Commission.
