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Chicken Spiedini Recipe

5 from 11 votes
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Servings 4 servings
Calories 480 kcal
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Today’s healthy chicken spiedini recipe will show you how to make this Italian dish at home. But what exactly is spiedini? Let’s find out.

What Is Spiedini?

“Spiedini” is an Italian word that refers to skewers of meatballs or meat cubes. So, chicken spiedini basically means chicken skewers.

The most common cooking method for spiedini is grilling because it gives the chicken a beautiful charring and a smoky flavor.

Is Chicken Spiedini Healthy?

Yes, our chicken spiedini recipe is healthy. Here’s why:

  • It’s high in protein: Thanks to the boneless, skinless chicken breast, our chicken skewers and pasta contain 42.5 grams of protein per serving.
  • It’s low in fat: There are only 6 grams of saturated fat in one serving of our chicken spiedini and spaghetti. We use enough olive oil, butter, and cheese to ensure the flavor of the dish.
  • It contains carbs but isn’t high in calories: We’re serving the chicken with a side of spaghetti and tomato sauce to make it a wholesome meal. One serving of chicken and pasta provides only 480 calories, but it will surely leave you feeling full and satisfied.

Want to know more about your recommended daily calorie and fat intake? Check out our healthy eating guidelines for all the useful information you need.

Is Chicken Spiedini Healthy

Ingredients for Chicken Spiedini

Here are the main ingredients for today’s healthy, oven-baked chicken spiedini recipe:

  • Boneless, skinless chicken breast: We’ll show you how to prepare later.
  • Seasoning for the chicken: Italian seasonings, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, paprika, salt, oregano, and red pepper flakes. We also use a touch of lemon juice to tenderize the meat and olive oil to keep it juicy.
  • Pasta and sauce: For this recipe, we’re making a simple tomato sauce with garlic, butter, and chicken broth to pair it with spaghetti. We use parmesan cheese to season the sauce and pasta instead of salt.
  • Fresh herbs: We use coriander for the chicken and parsley for the pasta. If you’re not a fan of these two, feel free to leave them out.
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How to Cut Chicken for Chicken Spiedini

Some recipes may tell you to cut your boneless, skinless chicken breasts into cubes, but we have a better idea. For this recipe, we recommend cutting the chicken into ½-inch thick strips and, here’s why:

  • Strips are thinner and have more surface area than cubes. This allows them to absorb the seasonings better and faster without having to marinate for some time.
  • Since they’re thinner, they cook faster. You can cook them at high heat for a shorter time and they won’t become dry.

Skewers made with cubed chicken take more time to cook as the meat is thicker.

You need to cook the chicken long enough for the interior to cook. However, by the time it’s done, the outside will likely be overcooked and have become dry and tough.

How to Cut Chicken for Chicken Spiedini

How to Make Chicken Spiedini

First, you will need to marinate the chicken. Simply combine the chicken with all the spices in a large mixing bowl and you’re good to go.

“How long should I marinate the chicken?” you asked. Actually, since we cut the chicken into strips, it absorbs the flavors well and doesn’t need to rest.

At this point, you can proceed to assemble the skewers.

Fold a strip of chicken in half and pierce each layer through the pointed end of the skewer. Push that piece down to the bottom of the skewer and continue to stack more pieces of chicken on top.

Once all the skewers are done, bake the chicken on a wire rack placed over a baking sheet in the oven for 7 minutes. We recommend putting the chicken on the bottom shelf of the oven to prevent it from drying out too fast.

While the chicken is cooking, you can start cooking your pasta and sauce. It’s best to work simultaneously so that all of your food is ready at the same time to plate up.

Here is a summary of our chicken spiedini recipe:

Step 1: Marinate chicken.

Marinate chicken.

Step 2: Assemble chicken skewers.

Assemble chicken skewers.

Step 3: Bake the chicken.

Bake the chicken.

Step 4: Season the chicken.

Season the chicken.

Step 5: Cook the pasta sauce.

Cook the pasta sauce.

Step 6: Mix the pasta with the sauce.

Mix the pasta with the sauce.

Step 7: Garnish and serve.

Garnish and serve.

How to Store and Reheat The Leftover

If you have leftover chicken spiedini and pasta, place it in a microwave-safe airtight container. It will last for up to five days in the refrigerator.

To reheat, simply unseal the lid so that it covers the food loosely and microwave for 2 minutes.

This dish is perfect for meal-prepping for the whole week. You can make a big batch of it and divide it into serving portions.

Meal preparation allows you to save time and energy as you don’t have to cook and clean up every day. Instead, you will have healthy, homemade ready meals waiting for you in the fridge.

What To Serve With Chicken Spiedini

Our chicken spiedini may be delicious, but it lacks fiber. We recommend serving it with a side of Greek salad to bring more vegetables into your meal.

Since both of these dishes are Mediterranean, their flavor profile naturally compliments each other. 

We also reckon it would be nice, after this dish, to enjoy a glass of lemon watermelon juice to cleanse your palate. Don’t worry; it’s a low-calorie drink and won’t exceed your recommended calorie intake.

Here is a quick look at today’s meal’s nutrition facts:

Recipes Course Calories Saturated fat Sodium
Chicken Spiedini Main Dish 480 5.6 g 561 mg
Greek Salad Side Dish 173 3.0 g 275 mg
Lemon Watermelon Juice Beverage 95 0.0 g 5 mg
Total 748 8.6 g 841 mg
Nutritional values in this table vary somewhat to those below due to different app calculations. Read more...
What To Serve With Chicken Spiedini

Easy, Healthy Pasta Recipes You May Like:

Besides this tasty Chicken Spiedini recipe, we also have several amazing other pasta recipes that we would like you to try. They’re easy to follow and strictly comply with our guidelines:

  • Pesto Shrimp Pasta Recipe
  • Creamy Seafood Pasta Recipe
  • Cauliflower Pasta Recipe
  • Beef and Noodles Recipe
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How to Cut Chicken for Chicken Spiedini

Chicken Spiedini Recipe

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Today’s chicken spiedini recipe is going to show you how to make an Italian-style poultry skewer dish with spaghetti and tomato. Let’s begin.
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 15 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 480kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 20 oz skinless boneless chicken breast cut into strips
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 tbsp fresh coriander roughly chopped
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley roughly chopped
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 12 oz cooked spaghetti
  • 2 tbsp garlic minced
  • 1.5 oz shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp traditional Dijon mustard
  • 4 oz cherry tomato cut in half lengthwise
  • 1/4 cup unsalted chicken broth

Instructions
 

  • Marinate the chicken: Preheat the oven to 480°F. While you wait, combine the chicken with 2 tsp Italian seasoning, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp oregano in a large mixing bowl. Mix well to distribute the spices evenly.
  • Assemble chicken skewers: Divide the chicken into 8 equal portions. Pierce it onto 8 bamboo skewers. Place it on a rack over a baking sheet.
  • Bake the chicken: Place the rack and baking sheet on the bottom shelf of the oven. Bake for 7 minutes.
  • Season the chicken: Remove the chicken from the oven. Sprinkle it with 2 tbsp coriander and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes. Set aside.
  • Cook the pasta sauce: In a nonstick pan over medium heat, add 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp unsalted butter, 2 tbsp minced garlic, and sauté for 30 seconds. Add 4 oz cherry tomato and stir fry for 30 seconds, then add 1/4 cup unsalted chicken broth and cook for 2 minutes. Season the sauce with 1.5 oz shredded parmesan cheese and 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard.
  • Mix the pasta with the sauce: Add pasta to the pan and cook for 2 minutes. Turn off the heat, sprinkle with 2 tbsp fresh parsley and mix well.
  • Garnish and serve: Arrange the chicken and pasta on a plate and serve.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Chicken Spiedini Recipe
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 480 Calories from Fat 153
% Daily Value*
Fat 17g26%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 8g
Cholesterol 119mg40%
Sodium 563mg24%
Potassium 717mg20%
Carbohydrates 37g12%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 43g86%
Vitamin A 750IU15%
Vitamin C 11mg13%
Calcium 188mg19%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Luna is the founder and chief recipe developer of Healthy Recipes 101. Apart from cooking, she also loves reading, programming, exploring the outdoors, and collecting useless facts about everything.

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  1. Brittany F.

    January 17, 2022 at 3:58 am

    This is so flavorful and I keep all of these spices in my pantry, even better!

    Reply
    • Luna Regina

      January 17, 2022 at 5:09 am

      Thanks so much!

      Reply
  2. kyleigh

    January 17, 2022 at 4:53 am

    the flavor of the chicken is incredible!

    Reply
    • Luna Regina

      January 17, 2022 at 5:09 am

      So glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  3. Alexandra

    January 17, 2022 at 4:57 am

    Super tasty dinner – love the flavours!

    Reply
    • Luna Regina

      January 17, 2022 at 5:10 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  4. Freya

    January 17, 2022 at 5:58 am

    I love the flavours in this dish, so easy to make at home too!

    Reply
    • Luna Regina

      January 18, 2022 at 4:10 am

      Thanks so much!

      Reply
  5. Janelle

    January 17, 2022 at 6:42 am

    yum – loved everything about this meal

    Reply
    • Luna Regina

      January 18, 2022 at 4:08 am

      Thanks so much, Janelle!

      Reply
  6. Sue

    January 17, 2022 at 1:14 pm

    Wonderful flavors!

    Reply
    • Luna Regina

      January 18, 2022 at 4:09 am

      Thanks, Sue!

      Reply
  7. Jerika

    January 17, 2022 at 2:30 pm

    Wow! This chicken spiedini recipe looks so delish!!:) I will be trying this on the weekend. Thanks!:)

    Reply
    • Luna Regina

      January 18, 2022 at 4:09 am

      Thanks so much, Jerika!

      Reply
  8. Agnieszka

    January 17, 2022 at 8:20 pm

    Wonderful chicken recipe! The flavors are amazing.

    Reply
    • Luna Regina

      January 18, 2022 at 4:09 am

      Thanks, Agnieszka!

      Reply
  9. Sabrina

    January 17, 2022 at 10:08 pm

    So delicious, a nice change from regular bolognese sauce.

    Reply
    • Luna Regina

      January 18, 2022 at 4:09 am

      Thanks so much, Sabrina!

      Reply
  10. Stine Mari

    January 18, 2022 at 2:57 pm

    Fantastic recipe!

    Reply
    • Luna Regina

      January 19, 2022 at 3:30 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  11. Juanita

    February 22, 2022 at 8:34 am

    Delicious

    Reply
    • Luna Regina

      February 23, 2022 at 8:45 am

      Thanks, Juanita!

      Reply
Luna Regina
Recipe developed by Luna Regina on December 28, 2021

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