Low Carb Spicy Grilled Chicken Skewers

These low carb grilled chicken skewers are
so flavorful, moist and quick to make.

Ingredients:

2 pounds boneless chicken breasts or thighs

2 teaspoons garlic powder

2 teaspoons onion powder

2 teaspoons black pepper

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon turmeric

1/2 - 1 teaspoon crushed red chili peppers**

4 tablespoons lemon juice

1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons avocado oil

8 wooden skewers

Method:

Remove any excess fat from the chicken. Cut the meat against the grain into inch  wide strips. Set aside.

In a small bowl, stir or whisk togetherall of the spices. Stir in the juice and oil.

Add the chicken and marinade to a shallow dish or large zipper seal bag. Mix well to coat all of the chicken pieces. Allow to marinate for 30 minutes or overnight.

Soak the skewers in water for 30 minutes.

Heat charcoal or a gas grill to 400*.

Divide the chicken into 8 portions and thread onto the skewers.

Grill the skewers over indirect heat ~ If using a charcoal grill, move all of the coals to one side and cook the chicken on the side without the coals. Close the lid and cook for 8 to 9 minutes. Turn the skewers and cook for an additional 8 to 9 minutes. 

If using a gas grill, turn off the burners on one side of the grill and place the skewers on the side that is turned off. Close the lid and cook for 8 to 9 minutes. Turn the chicken and cook for an additional 8 to 9 minutes. 

Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Makes 8 servings.

If following a low carb meal plan, serve on top of cauliflower rice, vegetables or a salad.

**Adjust the red pepper according to taste ~ 1/2 teaspoon adds a nice kick and 1 teaspoon is spicier. 🌶

Nutritional info per serving (with chicken thighs), approximately: 285.4 calories ~ 19.75 grams fat ~ 2 grams carbs ~ .9 grams fiber ~ 1.1 grams net carbs ~ 27.8 grams protein

Nutritional info per serving (with chicken breasts), approximately: 286.4 calories ~ 14.5 grams fat ~ 2 grams carbs ~ .9 grams fiber ~ 1.1 grams net carbs ~ 35.5 grams protein

Note: This simple recipe makes a perfectly flavored chicken. If the chicken is placed in the marinade the night before grilling, the flavor is enhanced and the meal prep is very quick!