Chicken Skewers with Meyer Lemon Salsa
Chicken Skewers with Meyer Lemon Salsa is a flavorful Mexican Mexican Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Using a sharp knife, cut all peel and white pith from lemons; discard.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionUsing a sharp knife, cut all peel and white pith from lemons; discard.
Working over a medium bowl, cut between membranes to release segments into bowl; squeeze in juice from membranes and discard membranes.
Strain juice into another bowl.
Combine segments, 1 tablespoon strained lemon juice (reserve remaining juice for another use), cucumber, 2 tablespoons scallions, and chile in a small bowl; mix well.
Stir in sugar; season salsa with salt and set aside.
Place chicken in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper.
In a mini-processor or blender, purée 1/4 cup cilantro, yogurt, vegetable oil, garlic, coriander, and turmeric.
Pour marinade over chicken; toss to coat.
Let marinate at room temperature for 20 minutes.
DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead.
Cover and chill.
Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before continuing.
Preheat broiler.
Thread 4 pieces of chicken onto each skewer and transfer to a foil-lined baking sheet.
Broil, turning once and watching closely to prevent burning, until browned and cooked through, about 8 minutes. (Alternatively, grill skewers over medium-high heat on a gas grill or over medium heat on a charcoal grill.) Transfer skewers to plates.
Spoon Meyer lemon salsa over chicken.
Garnish with remaining 2 tablespoons cilantro and 1 tablespoon scallions.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.
