Fructose Free Tomato-Basil Chicken Skewers
Juicy grilled chicken skewers with a bright tomato-basil marinade and a warm dipping sauce — this is the kind of recipe that makes a weeknight feel like a backyard party. Managing fructose intake often means scrutinizing every sauce and seasoning for hidden high-fructose culprits, but every ingredient here is straightforward and low-risk. Garlic-infused oil delivers that savory depth without the actual garlic cloves that can cause trouble, and Roma tomatoes are used in modest, measured amounts to keep things balanced. Fresh lemon juice and basil do the heavy lifting on flavor, so nothing feels stripped down or like a compromise. The quick cooked dipping sauce is a standout — those tomatoes break down into something rich and glossy that pairs perfectly with the charred, herb-coated chicken. A few minutes of marinating time and a hot grill are really all you need to pull this one off beautifully.
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4 servings
For the chicken
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
- 3 tbsp garlic-infused oil, divided
- 2 medium roma tomatoes (about 5 oz total), finely diced
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced, divided
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the dipping sauce
- 2 medium roma tomatoes (about 5 oz total), roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp garlic-infused oil
- 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
For serving
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes so they don't char on the grill.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of the garlic-infused oil, the finely diced Roma tomatoes (for the marinade), 3 tablespoons of the sliced basil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken cubes and toss to coat evenly. Cover and marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 4 hours.
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