Grilled chicken skewers: Bacon's delicious twist on a classic
Juicy chicken pieces are a dream for grilling enthusiasts. If you're not watching your calories and you're dreaming of a typical grilled dish with chicken as the star, make skewers with the addition of bacon. Even pork neck pales in comparison to this flavour.
Chicken skewers are a popular dish that can be prepared both on the grill and in the oven. Thanks to their simplicity and variety of ingredients, they are an ideal choice for a quick lunch or dinner. All you need are a few basic ingredients, such as chicken, red onion, or bell pepper, to create a tasty and nutritious dish.
How to enhance the flavour of chicken in skewers?
Preparing chicken skewers doesn't take much time. Poultry meat can be marinated in advance to enrich its flavour, but it's just as good to prepare it without marinating, using aromatic herbs or other ingredients that impart flavour to the chicken pieces. Here, slices of smoked bacon are a perfect example.
The smoking process gives it a characteristic taste and aroma, making it an ideal addition to the rather delicate chicken meat. Note - smoked bacon is high in saturated fats and cholesterol, so it should be consumed in moderation. An alternative to traditional pork bacon might be turkey bacon, which is lower in calories and thus "won't render" as much fat as the pork product.
Recipe for chicken and bacon skewers
Chicken skewers are an excellent choice for gatherings with family and friends. They can be served with various sauces to further enhance their flavour. I recommend, for example, a simple garlic sauce. Skewers can be paired with various sides, such as rice, couscous, or fresh vegetables, making them a versatile dish.
Ingredients:
- 1 double chicken breast,
- 300 grams of smoked bacon in slices,
- 1 red onion,
- 1 red bell pepper,
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil,
- Salt and pepper to taste.
Preparation:
- Wash and dry the chicken breast, then cut it into cubes.
- Cut the smoked bacon into smaller pieces.
- Cut the onion and bell pepper into thick slices.
- Place all the ingredients in a bowl, add oil, salt, and pepper, and mix thoroughly.
- Wrap the chicken pieces with bacon - 1 slice per piece.
- Skewer the chicken wrapped in bacon, onion, and bell pepper alternately on the skewers.
- Grill the skewers over medium heat for about 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is well cooked.
