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Make-Ahead Party Food

Make-Ahead Party Food Skewers

Flavorful chicken and vegetable skewers with a zesty marinade that can be prepared in advance for stress-free entertaining and guaranteed crowd-pleasing results.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade:
  • 0.5 cup olive oil
  • 0.25 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tesspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
For the Skewers:
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 red bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 yellow bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 zucchini cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds
  • 1 red onion cut into wedges
  • wooden or metal skewers

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Skewers
  • Grill or Oven
  • Plastic Wrap

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the chicken cubes to the marinade. Toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  3. Thread the marinated chicken, bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion onto the skewers, alternating the ingredients.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium heat or your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  5. Grill the skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Or, bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) for maximum flavor. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Use meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature. Serve with tzatziki, peanut sauce, or honey-mustard dressing.