The classic go-to for summer grilling – the kebab. This is a quick & easy recipe with added sweetness from the sweet potatoes! NC is the #1 producer of sweet potatoes nationwide, and they are always easy to find.
INGREDIENTS
Canola oil or Gourmet Duck Fat Spray available at Fleet-Plummer, for grill grates
1 tsp. lime zest
1/3 cup lime juice
1 tbsp. olive oil
1 tbsp. pure maple syrup *For the the purest-ever, you should try Runamok® Maple Syrup available at Fleet-Plummer.
1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 small, sweet potatoes, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Gourmet Duck Fat
Runamok
Maple Syrup
DIRECTIONS
1. Set up grill for direct cooking and heat to medium. Once hot, clean and lightly oil grates with canola oil or Gourmet Duck Fat Spray.
2. Whisk together lime zest and juice, olive oil, and maple syrup (Runamok® Maple Syrup) in a bowl; transfer half to a small bowl and reserve for basting. Add chicken and sweet potatoes to remaining marinade and toss to coat; let stand 5 minutes.
3. Thread chicken and sweet potatoes onto skewers; discard marinade. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Grill, covered, turning occasionally, and brushing twice with marinade, until chicken is cooked through,
10 to 15 minutes.