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Chicken Spiedie Skewers With Italian Dressing

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Peden + Munk

Central New York State is known for sandwiches stuffed with juicy skewered meat marinated in Italian dressing; these are tasty enough to serve straight up, but we wouldn’t stop you from putting them on soft Italian bread, either.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    4 servings

Ingredients

1

garlic clove, finely grated

5

tablespoons white wine vinegar

2

tablespoons chopped Peppadew peppers in brine

1

tablespoon mayonnaise

1

tablespoon sugar

1½

teaspoons dried oregano

½

cup olive oil, plus more

Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

1½

pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 6)

1

large sweet onion, sliced ½ inch thick

2

beefsteak tomatoes (about 1 pound), sliced ¼ inch thick

Oregano leaves and lemon wedges (for serving)

Special Equipment

Six to nine 8-inch metal skewers, or wooden skewers soaked 30 minutes in water

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Whisk garlic, vinegar, peppers, mayonnaise, sugar, dried oregano, and ½ cup oil in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper. Transfer half of dressing to a small bowl; cover and chill until ready to serve.

    Step 2

    Cut chicken thighs lengthwise into long strips, about 1"–1½" wide (you should get 2–3 pieces per thigh). Combine chicken and remaining dressing in a large resealable plastic bag. Seal bag, pressing out any air. Turn to coat and chill at least 20 minutes and up to 1 day.

    Step 3

    Prepare a grill for medium-high heat; oil grate. Remove chicken from dressing; discard dressing. Thread 2 pieces of chicken onto each skewer. Season chicken lightly with salt and grill, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, 8–10 minutes.

    Step 4

    Meanwhile, drizzle onion with oil; season with salt. Grill until browned on both sides but still firm in center, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a large bowl and add tomatoes and a couple splashes of reserved dressing. Toss to coat; season salad with salt and pepper. Top salad and chicken with oregano leaves.

    Step 5

    Serve chicken with salad, reserved dressing, and lemon wedges for squeezing over.

Nutrition Per Serving

Calories (kcal) 610
Fat (g) 44
Saturated Fat (g) 8
Cholesterol (mg) 235
Carbohydrates (g) 13
Dietary Fiber (g) 2
Total Sugars (g) 8
Protein (g) 42
Sodium (mg) 230
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  • This is a staple in our household! It is so delicious and a classic summer meal. Everyone I make this for asks for the recipe. Highly recommend.

    • Anonymous

    • New York, NY

    • 4/30/2020

  • Amazing! I am going to make it for lunch for a second time today because was a complete success with my family! I was grilling for two meals And it was so delicious that the 5 people at home eat all in one meal.

    • Wishessince2019@gmail.com

    • Fort Lauderdale, FL

    • 6/6/2020

  • Fantastic dish! Especially grilled over mesquite. I had a leftover ear of grilled corn from Labor Day that fit right in. This will be in our rotation especially because we can grill year round in LA.

    • Anonymous

    • Los Angeles

    • 9/9/2021