Low Sodium Chicken Shashlik
Bursting with vibrant colors, bold spices, and wholesome ingredients, this Low Sodium Chicken Shashlik is a flavorful, heart-healthy twist on the classic South Asian kebab dish. Featuring juicy, marinated chicken breast cubes paired with a medley of red, green, and yellow bell peppers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and onions, this recipe delivers a delightful balance of smoky, zesty, and savory flavors—all while keeping sodium levels in check. A simple marinade made with low-sodium soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, and aromatic spices like cumin and smoked paprika ensures robust taste without the use of excess salt. Perfectly charred on the grill, these skewers are as visually stunning as they are delicious, making them an ideal choice for a healthy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing barbecue. Serve with steamed rice or a crisp garden salad for a complete, guilt-free meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 large green bell pepper
- 1 large yellow bell pepper
- 1 large onion
- 20 pieces cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 10 pieces wooden skewers
Instructions
Begin by soaking the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning during grilling.
Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
Dice the red, green, and yellow bell peppers into 1-inch pieces. Peel and cut the onion into similar-sized pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the low sodium soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground black pepper, ground cumin, and smoked paprika to prepare the marinade.
Add the chicken cubes, bell peppers, onion pieces, and cherry tomatoes to the marinade. Mix well to ensure everything is coated evenly.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for more intense flavor.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Carefully thread the marinated chicken, bell peppers, onion, and cherry tomatoes onto the soaked skewers, alternating between each ingredient for an appealing visual.
Grill the skewers for about 8-10 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are slightly charred and tender.
Remove the skewers from the grill and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve the Low Sodium Chicken Shashlik hot with your choice of sides, such as steamed rice or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1353 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.6 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 380 mg | 126% | |
| Sodium | 1538 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.7 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.3 g | ||
| Protein | 154.6 g | 309% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 279 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 3807 mg | 81% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
