Smoky Italian Chicken Skewers with Dates
Tender chicken skewers marinated in smoky Italian flavors and grilled to perfection, served with caramelized dates on the side.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound chicken breastcut into 1-inch pieces
- ●1/2 cup smoky Italian dressingstore-bought or homemade
- ●2 tablespoons olive oil
- ●2 cloves garlicminced
- ●8-10 datespitted
- ●1 teaspoon salt
- ●1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- ●10-12 grilling skewers
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together smoky Italian dressing, olive oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- 2
Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and toss to coat with the marinade.
- 3
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- 4
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- 5
Thread chicken pieces and dates onto skewers, leaving a small space between each piece.
- 6
Brush the grill with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- 7
Grill the skewers for 8-10 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- 8
Serve the skewers hot with caramelized dates on the side.
- 9
To caramelize the dates, heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 10
Add the dates and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until caramelized.
- 11
Serve the dates alongside the skewers.