Chicken Kabob with Tabbouleh Recipe

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Ingredients

Chicken Ingredients

• 2  skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 4 ounces each), cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 teaspoon(s) dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon(s) dried sage
• 1  red chili pepper, crushed (optional)
• 1  onion, quartered
• 1  tomato, quartered
• 1  bell pepper, seeded, stemmed, quartered
• 4  button mushrooms

Tabbouleh Ingredients

• 3/4 cup(s) bulgur wheat
• 1 1/2 cup(s) boiled water
• 1  tomato, chopped
• 1 bunch(es) green onions, chopped
• 1 large bunch parsely, finely chopped
• 1 small bunch fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoon(s) lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper (optional)

Preparation              

• For chicken, prepare grill.
• Toss chicken with oregano, sage, and, if desired, chili pepper.
• Alternately thread chicken, onion, tomato, bell pepper, and mushrooms onto metal skewers.
• Cook on covered grill 3 to 4 minutes per side or until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
• Meanwhile, for tabbouleh, place bulgur wheat in medium bowl; add boiling water and mix well.
• Let stand until all water is absorbed, about 30 minutes. (Pour off any excess water.)
• Add remaining ingredients except salt and pepper; mix well.
• Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
• Serve tabbouleh with grilled chicken and vegetables.

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Recipe developed by Cleveland Clinic Lifestyle 180 program. This is a Go! Food, which meets beautifying nutritional criteria.