Barbecue chicken Fajita Skewers

Barbecue season is upon us and if you want to find a low fat alternative to the usual sausages and burgers then these chicken fajita skewers could help.

bbq skewers

Serves 3 people (6-8 skewers)

Fajita skewers

  • 4 chicken breasts- the best quality you can afford.
  • 3 Peppers- Mix the colours red, green and yellow
  • 1 red onion
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Olive oil

Guacamole

  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1 lime
  • 6 cherry tomatoes, halved

To serve

  • Warmed tortillas
  • Lime wedges
  • Chopped coriander,
  • Sour cream or low fat natural yoghurt
  • Chilli sauce to taste

Instructions

To make the marinade add the olive oil, oregano, cumin, garlic and cumin to a big bowl, dice the chicken and coat.

Chop the peppers and onions into chunks.  Put the chicken and the vegetables onto the skewer, mix them together for a nice effect. Put skewers in the fridge for a few hours if you have time.

Scoop out the avocado into a bowl add the juice of a lime and the cherry tomatoes and mash together.

Cook the skewers on the BBQ griddle or griddle pan on your hob for 10-12 minutes, keep turning them until they are cooked through.

Serve with warmed tortillas, guacamole, sour cream or yoghurt, chopped coriander, lime wedges and chilli sauce to taste.