Looking for a healthy and tasty dinner option? Try this mouth-watering recipe for chicken and vegetable kabobs with brown rice and cucumber salad! This dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it the perfect choice for a healthy and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 yellow onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 English cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
To make the marinade, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Add the chicken, bell peppers, onion, and zucchini to the bowl and toss to coat with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, rinse the brown rice in a fine mesh strainer and add it to a medium-sized saucepan with the water and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit for 10 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
For the cucumber salad, mix together the cucumber, dill, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl.Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread the chicken and vegetables onto skewers and grill for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.Serve the chicken and vegetable kabobs with the brown rice and cucumber salad on the side. Enjoy your delicious and healthy meal!
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