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Orange Herb Chicken Kabobs with Blueberry Balsamic Sauce

Within this post you’ll learn how to make an easy marinade for chicken Orange Herb Chicken Kabobs, and an accompanying blueberry balsamic sauce.

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Kabobs are popular food for parties because of its ease of serving. They can be made with variety of ingredients like meat, seafood (try my Grilled Salmon Kabobs or even veggies. These chicken kabobs are easy to prep ahead of time, and can be grilled in minutes once you reach the party. They are marinated in fresh herbs and orange, giving it subtle, but rich flavor undertones.

Fresh basil, cilantro, garlic, orange juice, and zest create a crisp and refreshing flavor. The kabobs are wonderful as is, but even better with the Blueberry Balsamic Sauce.

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This isn’t your everyday sauce. You may have heard of mixing fresh blueberries and balsamic vinegar; but lets take it further and add in agave syrup, minced green onions and pickled jalapeños. This is what sets it over the edge, sweet and tangy with just a bit of spice.

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Orange Herb Chicken Kabobs with Blueberry Balsamic Sauce

Craving for more? Try this chicken kebab with peanut sauce for another flavorful twist. However, if you are vegetarian who loves grilling, then these Teriyaki Mushrooms Skewers are perfect for you!


Products used in this recipe:

Stainless Steel Measuring Cups and Spoons Set
Victorinox Fibrox 8-Inch Chef’s Knife
Hamilton Beach Food Processor
Char-Broil 3-Burner Gas Grill


Recipe at-a-glance:

Flavor profiles: Bold and meaty, paired with slightly sweet and tangy.
Texture: Moist, tender chicken, with thick blueberry balsamic glaze.
Dietary Options/Substitutions: These are gluten-free. Could substitute fish or shrimp.
Note: Prep time does not include marinating.

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Orange Herb Chicken Kabobs with Blueberry Balsamic Sauce

Written by Matt | Plating Pixels
Easy gluten free chicken kabobs in fresh herb marinade. Top with rich blueberry balsamic sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 10 kabobs
Calories 72 kcal

Ingredients
  

Orange Herb Chicken Marinade

  • ¼ cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
  • ¼ cup packed fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • Juice from 1 medium orange
  • 1 tablespoon fresh grated orange zest
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2-3 pounds pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into ½-inch strips
  • Metal or wooden soaked in water skewers

Blueberry Balsamic Sauce

  • 1 cup fresh blueberries divided
  • 2 teaspoons minced pickled jalapeños
  • 1 green onion stalk sliced
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon agave syrup
  • ½ teaspoon corn starch mixed with 1–2 teaspoons water

Instructions
 

Orange Herb Chicken

  • Add all marinade ingredients (except chicken) into a food processor. Pulse until minced and well combined, stirring and scraping sides as needed.
  • Place chicken strips and marinade in a large ziplock bag or bowl. Mix to evenly coat. Refrigerate for at least an hour and up to four. You can move onto the sauce while marinading.
  • Preheat grill to medium high. Tightly thread chicken accordion style onto skewers (leave marinade coating on chicken). Lightly coat grill with oil to prevent sticking. Grill 12–15 minutes until cooked through and grill marks appear; rotating midway.

Blueberry Balsamic Sauce

  • Place ½-cup blueberries, jalapeños and green onion into clean food processor. Pulse for roughly 30 seconds to blend into small chunks. Set aside.
  • In a small pan, heat reaming ½-cup blueberries, balsamic vinegar and agave syrup over medium heat until just boiling. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes. Smash blueberries in pan with a masher or flat spoon. Stir in cornstarch mix. Increase heat to medium, then boil 2–3 minutes to thicken up, stirring often. Combine with minced blueberry mixture. Allow to cool.
  • Spoon chilled sauce over grilled chicken kabobs and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Orange Herb Chicken Kabobs with Blueberry Balsamic Sauce
Amount per Serving
Calories
72
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
3
g
5
%
Saturated Fat
 
0
g
0
%
Cholesterol
 
14
mg
5
%
Sodium
 
202
mg
9
%
Potassium
 
98
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
 
4
g
1
%
Fiber
 
0
g
0
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
5
g
10
%
Vitamin A
 
85
IU
2
%
Vitamin C
 
3.1
mg
4
%
Calcium
 
3
mg
0
%
Iron
 
0.2
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword chicken kabobs with sauce, grilled chicken kabob, orange herb chicken
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