New Year’s IP Skewer Recipes: Chicken & Shrimp N Veggies

New Year’s IP Skewer Recipes

No way better to ring in the New Year than with New Year’s IP Skewer Recipes.  As we bid farewell to the year and embrace the new one, there’s no better way to celebrate than with delicious and healthy recipes that align with your Ideal Protein journey. At Revivify Lean Clinic, we understand the importance of savoring the moment without compromising your health goals. That’s why we’ve crafted two mouthwatering skewer recipes that are not only Ideal Protein-approved but also perfect for a New Year’s Eve celebration.

New Year’s IP Skewer Recipes: #1 Chicken Skewers

How to Make the Chicken Skewers

Ingredients:

• 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
• 1 zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
• 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

How to Make the Shrimp and Veggie Skewers

Ingredients:

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 zucchinis, cut into thick rounds
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
• 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
• 1 red onion, cut into wedges
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Marinade: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
2. Marinate the Shrimp: Coat the peeled and deveined shrimp with half of the marinade and let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
3. Preheat the Grill or Oven: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or your oven to broil.
4. Assemble the Skewers: Thread the marinated shrimp, zucchini rounds, bell pepper chunks, and red onion wedges onto skewers, alternating the ingredients.
5. Grill or Broil:
   • Grilling: Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side until the shrimp are opaque and the vegetables are tender.
   • Broiling: If using the oven, broil for about 5-7 minutes, turning once, until the shrimp are cooked through.
6. Serve: Arrange the skewers on a platter, drizzle with the remaining marinade, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
7. Complete the Meal: Serve the skewers over a bed of cauliflower rice or a fresh salad for a well-rounded Ideal Protein meal.

At Revivify Lean Clinic, we believe that celebrations should be both enjoyable and in harmony with your wellness journey. These Ideal Protein-approved skewer recipes are a testament to that philosophy, offering a delectable way to ring in the New Year without compromising your health goals. Cheers to a vibrant and healthy start!

For more information or to begin the journey towards achieving your weight loss goals for good, call us at 409-347-7976.