Chicken and Chorizo Skewers with Salsa Verde

These chicken and chorizo skewers with salsa verde are packed with smoky, fresh, and vibrant flavours. Tender chicken, spicy chorizo, capsicum, and onion are grilled until lightly charred, then finished with a bright homemade salsa verde.

Served alongside a fresh rocket and tomato salad with crusty bread, this recipe is perfect for BBQs, entertaining, or easy summer dinners.

What Makes These Skewers Special?

The combination of smoky chorizo and juicy chicken creates rich flavour, while the fresh salsa verde balances the dish with herbs, lemon, and capers. Every bite delivers a perfect mix of savoury and fresh elements.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Easy BBQ-friendly recipe
• Smoky and fresh flavours
• Quick to prepare
• Great for entertaining
• Healthy and balanced meal

Ingredients (Serves 4)

Skewers

• 400g chicken thigh fillets
• 1 red capsicum
• 2 chorizo sausages
• 2 small red onions
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Salad

• 100g baby rocket
• 250g mini roma tomatoes
• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Salsa Verde

• 1/2 cup basil leaves
• 1/2 cup parsley leaves
• 1 tbsp capers
• 1 garlic clove
• 4 green onions
• Lemon rind and juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil

To Serve

• Chargrilled crusty bread

How to Make Chicken & Chorizo Skewers

Step 1: Assemble the Skewers

Thread chicken, capsicum, chorizo, and onion alternately onto skewers.

Drizzle with olive oil.

Step 2: Grill the Skewers

Preheat barbecue or grill to medium-high heat.

Cook skewers for 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and chicken is cooked through.

How to Make Salsa Verde

Step 3: Blend the Sauce

Process basil, parsley, capers, garlic, green onions, lemon rind, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth.

Season to taste.

Step 4: Prepare the Salad

Combine rocket, tomatoes, and balsamic vinegar in a serving bowl.

Step 5: Serve

Drizzle skewers with salsa verde.

Serve with salad and chargrilled bread.

Tips for Best Results

• Don’t overcrowd the skewers
• Cook over medium-high heat for light charring
• Use fresh herbs for vibrant salsa verde
• Soak bamboo skewers before grilling
• Serve immediately while hot

Serving Suggestions

• Pair with roasted potatoes
• Add grilled corn or vegetables
• Serve with extra lemon wedges

Final Thoughts

Chicken and chorizo skewers with salsa verde are the perfect mix of smoky, fresh, and satisfying flavours. Easy to prepare and packed with colour and texture, they’re ideal for casual entertaining or relaxed outdoor meals.

This recipe brings restaurant-style BBQ flavours straight to your home kitchen.