Ingredients (Serves 6) 

Salsa: (Prepare and set aside)

  • 1 cup chopped flat parsley
  • 2 tablespoons chopped almonds, toasted
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
  • 3 tablespoons capers, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon grated lemon rind
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
  • ½ teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 garlic clove, minced

 

Spiedini: 

  • 1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 6 small zucchini cut into 1-inch slices (about 1 ¼ pounds)
  • Cooking spray
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions:

  • Soak 12 (10-inch) wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  • Bring the grill to medium-high heat
  • Thread the chicken and zucchini alternately on each of the 12 skewers. Coat the spiedini with cooking spray; sprinkle evenly with 1⁄4 teaspoon salt and 1⁄8 teaspoon pepper. Place on a grill rack; grill 6 minutes or until done, turning once. Serve with salsa.