Name: Smoky Perfection Skewers with Pre-Grilled Meats & Veggies
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, 1-inch cubes; 1.5 lbs sirloin or flank steak, 1-inch cubes; 2 bell peppers (any color), 1-inch pieces; 1 red onion, 1-inch pieces; 1 zucchini, 1/2-inch rounds; 1 pint cherry tomatoes; 1/2 cup olive oil (divided); 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (for beef); 3 cloves garlic, minced (divided); 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp black pepper (divided); 1 tsp salt (divided); 1 tbsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari; 1 tbsp Dijon mustard; 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup; 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional); Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish); Wooden skewers, soaked (if using)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1
Marinate Proteins: In separate bowls, toss chicken with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 clove minced garlic, smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp pepper. Toss beef with 2 tbsp olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, 1 clove minced garlic, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp pepper. Marinate at room temperature for 30 mins or refrigerate up to 4 hours.
2
Prepare Vegetables: In a large bowl, toss bell peppers, red onion, and zucchini with 1/4 cup olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3
Preheat Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400-450°F / 200-230°C). Lightly oil grates.
4
Pre-Grill Chicken & Beef: Place marinated chicken cubes on the grill. Cook 2-3 mins per side until grill marks appear and chicken starts to lose raw pinkness but is not fully cooked. Remove. Place marinated beef cubes on grill. Sear 1-2 mins per side for char, not full doneness. Remove to same plate as chicken.
5
Pre-Grill Vegetables: Place seasoned bell peppers, red onion, and zucchini on the grill. Cook 2-4 mins, turning once, until slightly softened with char marks but still firm. Remove to plate with meats.
6
Whisk Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup olive oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, honey, remaining 1 clove minced garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using).
7
Assemble Skewers: Once pre-grilled components cool slightly, alternate chicken, beef, bell pepper, onion, zucchini, and fresh cherry tomatoes onto soaked skewers. Brush generously with the whisked marinade. Let sit 15 minutes.
8
Final Grill: Reheat grill to medium heat (375-400°F / 190-200°C). Lightly oil grates. Place skewers on grill. Cook 3-5 mins per side, turning occasionally, until meats are fully cooked (165°F/74°C for chicken, 145°F/63°C for medium-rare beef), vegetables are tender-crisp, and good char develops.
9
Rest & Serve: Remove skewers from grill and let rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and serve immediately.

Smoky Perfection: Mastering Grilled Skewers from Pre-Cooked Delights

Smoky Perfection Skewers with Pre-Grilled Meats & Veggies

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