Grilled Chicken Skewers with Veggie Rice Juicy Grilled Chicken Skewers Served Over Herbed Vegetable Rice Ingredients: For the Chicken Skewers: 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1.5-inch cubes 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Salt and pepper to taste Wooden or metal skewers For the Veggie Rice: 1 cup long-grain white rice 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced 1/2 cup zucchini, diced 1/2 cup carrot, finely chopped 1/4 cup onion, diced 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped Salt and pepper to taste Directions: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add chicken, toss to coat, and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours). Soak wooden skewers in water for 20 minutes if using. Thread marinated chicken pieces onto skewers. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill skewers 4–5 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and char marks appear. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and bell pepper; sauté 3–4 minutes. Add zucchini and cook another 2 minutes. Stir in rice and toast for 1 minute. Add broth, bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender. Remove from heat and stir in parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve grilled chicken skewers over veggie rice and enjoy hot. Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus marinating time) | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 435 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #grilledchickenskewers #veggierice #summergrilling #easychickendinner #healthymeals #familyfriendlyrecipes #skewerrecipes #chickenandrice #grillseason #balancedmeals #dinnerideas #ricebowls #veggielovers #chickenlovers #mediterraneanflavors #grilledmeat #homecookedmeals #simpleanddelicious #colorfuldinners #glutenfreemeals Juicy grilled chicken skewers paired with veggie-packed rice = summer perfection on a plate! 🍗🌿🍚 Simple, flavorful, and a crowd-pleaser every time!

Black Pepper Chicken Spicy Black Pepper Chicken Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Onions Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon sugar 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper (adjust to taste) 1 small onion, sliced 1 green bell pepper, sliced 1 red bell pepper, sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1-inch piece of ginger, minced 2 green onions, sliced (optional for garnish) Directions: In a bowl, mix chicken with soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, cornstarch, and sugar. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger and stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly caramelized. Add onions and bell peppers. Stir-fry for another 3–4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp. Sprinkle freshly ground black pepper over the dish and toss well to combine. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot with rice. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 390 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #blackpepperchicken #asianrecipes #stirfrychicken #spicychicken #easychickendinner #weeknightmeals #chinesefood #homemadechinese #quickdinnerrecipes #bellpeppers #chickenstirfry #savorydishes #garlicginger #simplemeals #chickenideas #flavorpacked #homechef #asianfusion #mealprepideas #easycooking 🔥 Spice up your dinner with this bold and flavorful Black Pepper Chicken stir-fry! Tender chicken, crisp veggies, and that peppery punch 🌶️🍗