Chicken & Chorizo Skewers

Smoky and savory skewers alternating between tender chicken breast and spicy, oil-rich Spanish chorizo sausage. The oils from the chorizo baste the chicken as they grill, infusing the meat with a deep, paprika-rich flavor. These skewers are a fantastic party appetizer or a bold, high-protein main course for a barbecue.

Prep 5 minCook 13 minTotal 18 minUpdated Jul 3, 202618 minLow CarbGluten FreeKeto Friendly

Smoky and savory skewers alternating between tender chicken breast and spicy, oil-rich Spanish chorizo sausage. The oils from the chorizo baste the chicken as they grill, infusing the meat with a deep, paprika-rich flavor. These skewers are a fantastic party appetizer or a bold, high-protein main course for a barbecue.

Ingredients

  • 100 g Chicken Thigh Fillet, cut
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic Clove, crushed
  • 1/2 tsp Oregano, ground
  • 1/2 tsp Paprika, sweet
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 tsp Chorizo Sausage Diagonally, sliced

Instructions

  1. Combine chicken, oil, garlic, oregano, paprika, lemon juice and sugar in a bowl. Place in the fridge for 2 hours to marinate.
  2. Evenly thread the chicken, alternating with chorizo, among the skewers.
  3. Heat a char-grill pan or barbecue on high. Add the skewers and cook, turning, for 6-8 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

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