Grilled Chicken Skewers with Charred Green Grapes, Fennel, and Lemon-Honey Tarragon Marinade

Name: Grilled Chicken Skewers with Charred Green Grapes, Fennel, and Lemon-Honey Tarragon Marinade
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 14 min
Total time: 44 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Fusión mediterránea
Ingredients: 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breast; 1 1/2 cups seedless green grapes; 1 medium fennel bulb; 1 whole lemon; 2 tbsp honey; 3 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp fresh tarragon; 3 cloves garlic; 2 tsp Dijon mustard; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 2 tbsp chives

An original grilled recipe featuring juicy chicken skewers marinated with lemon, honey, and tarragon, threaded with fennel and green grapes that lightly caramelize over the fire. The result is an aromatic, fresh, and balanced dish, perfect for outdoor dining.

30 minPrep

14 minCook

44 minTotal

4Servings

Dairy-FreeHigh Protein

Ingredients

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700 g boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into 1.25-inch cubes)
240 g seedless green grapes (small clusters or loose)
220 g fennel bulb (cut into thin wedges)
1 unit lemon (zest and 3 tbsp juice)
30 ml honey (for the marinade)
45 ml olive oil (divided)
8 g fresh tarragon (chopped)
9 g garlic (finely chopped)
10 g Dijon mustard (for depth of flavor)
6 g salt (or to taste)
2 g black pepper (freshly ground)
1 g red pepper flakes (optional)
6 g chives (chopped for finishing)

Nutrition facts

per serving

287 kcal

Calories

39 g

Protein

12 g

Carbs

9 g

Fat

2 g

Fiber

10 g

Net carbs

Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

Allergens

Mustard

Instructions

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1. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes. Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to medium-high heat, about 450°F / 230°C.
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2. In a large bowl, combine the lemon zest and juice, honey, 2 tbsp olive oil, tarragon, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
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3. Add the chicken breast cubes to the bowl and toss well to coat with the marinade. Let stand for 15 minutes in a cool spot while you prepare the vegetables and fruit.
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4. In another bowl, toss the fennel and green grapes with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and an extra pinch of salt.
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5. Thread the marinated chicken, fennel wedges, and green grapes onto the skewers, alternating them evenly.
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6. Clean and lightly oil the grill grates. Place the skewers over direct heat at 450°F / 230°C and cook for 12 to 14 minutes, turning every 3 to 4 minutes, until the chicken is golden and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F / 74°C.
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7. During the last 2 minutes, move the skewers to a medium heat zone, around 400°F / 205°C, so the grapes char lightly and the fennel softens without burning.
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8. Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for 3 minutes. Sprinkle with chives and serve immediately.

Chef tips

To keep the grapes from slipping off, use small clusters or thread them through their firmest part. Do not marinate the chicken much longer, as the lemon can affect its texture.

Substitutions

You can swap the tarragon for fresh parsley or dill. If you do not have fennel, use zucchini chunks instead, though the aromatic profile will change. Honey can be replaced with maple syrup for a different sweet note.

What I used to make it

Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.

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TempPro TP19H Digital Thermometer
Checking doneness of meat and chicken
- Checks doneness of meat and chicken
- Quick reading
- Clean the probe after each use
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Victorinox Fibrox Pro 8" Chef’s Knife
Chopping, slicing and cutting strips
- The knife I use most when cooking
- Chops, slices and cuts into strips
- Keep it sharp and hand-dry it
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Teakhaus Teak Cutting Board
Stable base for chopping
- Stable surface for chopping
- Gentle on your knife edge
- Hand-wash and let it dry
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