Grilled Chicken Skewers with Smoked Pears, Leek, and Rosemary Mustard Cider Marinade

Name: Grilled Chicken Skewers with Smoked Pears, Leek, and Rosemary Mustard Cider Marinade
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 43 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Fusión contemporánea a la parrilla
Ingredients: 24.7 oz skinless chicken breast, cubed; 2 whole firm pear; 1 large leek; 0.5 cup apple cider; 2 tbsp Dijon mustard; 3 tbsp olive oil; 3 cloves garlic; 2 tbsp fresh rosemary; 1 tbsp honey; 0.5 tsp black pepper; 1.25 tsp salt; 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes; 1 tbsp butter

Original grilled chicken skewers marinated in an aromatic blend of cider, mustard, rosemary, and garlic, threaded with pear and leek for a balance of sweet, herbal, and smoky flavors. Perfect for an elegant yet simple cookout.

25 minPrep

18 minCook

43 minTotal

4Servings

Gluten-FreeHigh Protein

Ingredients

Adjust servings

700 g skinless chicken breast, cubed (1.25 inch)
2 unit firm pear (without core, diced gruesos)
1 large unit leek (1.25 inch)
120 ml apple cider (without gas)
30 g Dijon mustard
45 ml olive oil
3 cloves garlic (chopped finely)
8 g fresh rosemary (finely chopped)
15 ml honey
3 g black pepper (freshly ground)
8 g salt (or to taste)
15 ml apple cider vinegar
1 g red pepper flakes (optional)
14 g butter (for brush the pera and the puerro)

Nutrition facts

per serving

332 kcal

Calories

41 g

Protein

14 g

Carbs

12 g

Fat

2.1 g

Fiber

11.9 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

DairyMustard

Instructions

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1. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes to prevent burning on the grill.
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2. In a large bowl, whisk together the apple cider, Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil, garlic, fresh rosemary, honey, black pepper, 1 teaspoon salt, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
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3. Add the cubed chicken breast to the marinade and toss to coat completely. Marinate for 15 minutes in the refrigerator.
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4. Cut the firm pear into large chunks and the leek into 1.25-inch / 3 cm pieces. Gently separate the leek layers and toss them with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, melted butter, and a pinch of salt.
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5. Thread the marinated chicken, pear, and leek onto the skewers, alternating ingredients until everything is used.
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6. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, about 400 °F / 205 °C. Clean and lightly oil the grates.
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7. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 7 to 9 minutes on the first side. Turn and cook for 7 to 9 minutes more, brushing with the remaining marinade during the first minutes of grilling. The chicken should reach a safe internal temperature of 165 °F / 74 °C.
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8. When the pear is lightly smoky and caramelized and the leek is tender with golden edges, remove the skewers from the grill.
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9. Let the skewers rest for 3 minutes before serving so the chicken juices can redistribute.

Chef tips

For better grill marks, lightly pat the skewers dry with paper towels before grilling. Use firm pears such as Bosc or Anjou so they hold their shape.

Substitutions

You can swap the leek for sweet onion and the apple cider for unsweetened apple juice plus a few extra drops of vinegar. If using chicken thigh instead, increase cooking time by 2 to 4 minutes and always verify an internal temperature of 165 °F / 74 °C.

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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