Marinated Chicken Spiedies with Jalapeno Jelly and Lemon Thyme Honey Mustard
Ingredients:
For the Chicken Spiedies Marinade:
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Jalapeno Jelly:
- 1 cup jalapeno peppers, finely chopped (seeds removed for milder flavor)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Lemon Thyme Honey Mustard:
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
Instructions:
Marinated Chicken Spiedies:
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken pieces in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread marinated chicken pieces onto skewers.
- Grill the chicken spiedies for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked and slightly charred.
Jalapeno Jelly:
- In a saucepan, combine chopped jalapenos, sugar, apple cider vinegar, and salt.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the jelly thickens.
- Remove from heat and let it cool. The jelly will continue to thicken as it cools.
Lemon Thyme Honey Mustard:
- In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, lemon zest, and chopped thyme until well combined.
Assemble:
- Brush the grilled chicken spiedies with jalapeno jelly during the last minute of grilling.
- Serve the spiedies with a side of lemon thyme honey mustard for dipping.
Nutrition Facts (per serving, assuming 4 servings): (Values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients used.)
- Calories: 500
- Total Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sodium: 700mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 30g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 24g
- Protein: 35g
Enjoy your delicious Marinated Chicken Spiedies with Jalapeno Jelly and Lemon Thyme Honey Mustard!