Mediterranean Chicken Skewers

Makes 8 Skewers


2 large chicken breast fillets, cubed
24 cherry tomatoes
6 mushrooms, quartered
1 green capsicum, cut into wedges


Marinade:
2 crushed garlic cloves
grated zest of 1 lemon
2Tbsp lemon juice
2Tbsp olive oil
1Tbsp chopped oregano leaves


1. Soak 8 wooden skewers in water to prevent scorching. Thread chicken & vegetables on to skewers. Place finished skewers in a shallow, non metallic dish.


2. Combine marinade ingredients, pour over skewers and marinate overnight (or at least 2 hours).


3. Cook the skewers on a hot, lightly oiled barbecue for 4 minutes each side, basting with marinade occasionally, until the chicken is cooked.


(Adapted from: Bbq food, Murdoch Books, 2003)


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