Bbq Chicken Skewers with Avocado & Courgette Salad

With the weather getting slightly better I am really looking forward to pulling the barbecue out of the shed so we can sit outside, cook and enjoy. Sadly though, it looks much nicer than it actually is. So I keep on hoping and making food perfect for the barbecue and then realising we have to eat it indoors yet again. I remain hopeful!

In the meantime here is Bbq Chicken Skewers with a light avocado, courgette and lime salad.

Ingredients for the chicken:

2 chicken breasts, skinless and cut into large cubes
4 skewers (wooden or metal)
2 tbsp. packed brown sugar
1 tbsp. paprika
1/4 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 tsp. dried basil
1/4 tsp. dried sage
1 tsp. cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper

Mix the marinade ingredients in a bowl and add the chicken cubes. Marinade from 1 hour to 1 day in the fridge and then thread onto the skewers. Grill for about 8-10 minutes, turning frequently.

For the avocado & courgette salad:

1 small avocado, peeled and chopped
1 courgette, grated
zest and juice of 1 lime
2 tsp. black poppy seeds
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 tbsp. honey

Put the grated courgette onto a clean tea towel and add 1/2 tsp. salt. Leave for 30 minutes and then wring the excess water out by twisting the fabric tightly over the sink. Add the now drier courgette to a bowl and add the other ingredients. Mix well and leave to marinade at room temperature for 10-15 minutes.

Serve with a couple of flatbreads for a delicious fresh and healthy bbq chicken kebab.
Enjoy!