Grilled Chicken Spiedini

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons lemon zest, grated and divided
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons pickled pepperoncini peppers, chopped
• 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
• 2/3 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
• 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced

Directions

1. 1

   Combine lemon juice, 1 T lemon zest and olive oil.

2. 2

   Remove 2 T lemon juice mixture and stir in pepperoncini; set aside.

3. 3

   Place remaining mixture into zip-top bag and add chicken. Seal and refrigerate 30 minutes.

4. 4

   Place bread crumbs, cheese, parsley, and remaining 2 T lemon zest and garlic cloves in a shallow dish.

5. 5

   Remove chicken breasts from marinade and cut into 1 inch thick slices.

6. 6

   Place chicken in crumb mixture, coating well.

7. 7

   Carefully thread chicken onto metal skewers.

8. 8

   Grill over medium high for 9-12 minutes or until internal temperature registers 170°F, turning once.

9. 9

   Place on a serving platter and drizzle with pepperoncini mixture.