Lemon-Fennel Chicken Skewers

Name: Lemon-Fennel Chicken Skewers
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 Tbs. fennel seeds; Zest of 2 lemons; 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup honey; 1/3 cup olive oil; 4 tsp. salt; 3 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut<br> into 1-inch cubes; 2 lemons, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/8-inch-thick<br> half-moons; Steamed asparagus for serving

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Whether used ground or whole, the seed of common fennel adds an enticing, licorice-like taste to many savory dishes, such as these grilled chicken skewers. The spice is also used to flavor breads, desserts and liqueurs.

Prep Time 30 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Servings 6

Ingredients

1 Tbs. fennel seeds
Zest of 2 lemons
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup honey
1/3 cup olive oil
4 tsp. salt
3 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 lemons, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/8-inch-thick half-moons
Steamed asparagus for serving

Directions

In a small sauté pan over medium-high heat, toast the fennel seeds, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and let cool for 5 minutes. Using a spice grinder, finely grind the seeds and transfer to a large bowl. Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, olive oil and salt and whisk to combine. Add the chicken, cover, and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or up to overnight.

Thread 1 piece of chicken and 1 folded lemon slice on a wooden skewer, followed by 2 pieces of chicken, 1 folded lemon slice and 1 piece of chicken. Repeat to make the remaining skewers.

Preheat an indoor electric grill to 400°F for 10 minutes according to the manufacturer's instructions. Arrange the skewers on the grill and cook, turning twice to grill-mark all sides, about 8 minutes for breast meat and 10 minutes for thigh meat.

Transfer the skewers to a platter, cover loosely with aluminum foil and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with steamed asparagus. Serves 6.

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Rated 5 out of 5 by Manuela from Discovered the flavor and smell of fennel seeds Wonderful flavors, the lemon, honey and fennel seeds are a great combination. Great taste and has a pleasant fragrance.

Date published: 2020-04-26

Rated 5 out of 5 by lpdrake from Healthy, Delicious and Light Wonderful flavors, light and refreshing almost. We had it as a dinner by pairing with potatoes or would be good with risotto etc. Never thought of using it as an appetizer but that would be great as well for larger parties.

Date published: 2016-02-01

Lemon-Fennel Chicken Skewers

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