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Pinchos de Pollo

Pinchos de Pollo

The ultimate summer delight, Pinchos de Pollo are flavorful chicken skewers marinated to perfection. Juicy chicken paired with fresh vegetables makes for a mouthwatering dish that’s perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners at home. Try this easy recipe tonight!
Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 1 unit green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 unit large red onion chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon oregano (dry, ground)
  • 1 teaspoon pepper (freshly-cracked, or ground)
  • Juice of 1 lime lime
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 bunch curly parsley
  • pounds chicken breast cut into small chunks
  • 1 unit yellow bell pepper (or red, diced)
  • 3 dozen cherry tomatoes
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil (optional, if you make it with Dominican sazon)

Equipment

  • Bamboo skewers
  • Grill or stovetop grill
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. In a food processor, combine the green bell pepper, onion, garlic, oregano, pepper, lime juice, salt, and parsley. Grind to a coarse paste.
  2. Coat the chicken with the seasoning. Let it rest in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
  3. Preheat the grill to maximum temperature.
  4. While it is heating up, skewer a yellow bell pepper, chicken, and tomatoes alternating. Repeat to make 12 skewers.
  5. Place the skewers on the grill and cook covered for 7 minutes, turn and repeat for another 7 minutes, or until the meat thermometer reads 165ºF (74 ºC) by measuring in the center of a piece of meat. The meat will have some browned spots.
  6. The process is the same whether using a gas, charcoal or stovetop grill.
  7. Remove from the grill, drizzle or brush with olive oil (optional), and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Storage: Place any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. They can last for up to three days.
  • Freezing: You can freeze the skewers before cooking. Just marinate the chicken and assemble the skewers, then wrap them tightly in plastic wrap.
  • Pairing: These skewers pair wonderfully with a fresh salad or some rice for a complete meal.
  • Vegetarian Option: Substitute the chicken with tofu or your favorite vegetables for a vegetarian version.
  • Spices: Feel free to experiment with different spices in the marinade to suit your taste, like cumin or paprika for an extra kick.