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SPICY LEMON CHICKEN KABOBS

When I see Meyer lemons in the store, I know that spring has arrived. I like using them for these easy, smoky chicken kabobs, but regular grilled lemons can also get the job done.

—TERRI CRANDALL GARDNERVILLE, NV


PREP: 15 MIN. + MARINATING • GRILL: 10 MIN. • MAKES: 6 SERVINGS

1 /4 cup lemon juice

4 tablespoons olive oil, divided

3 tablespoons white wine

1 /2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes

1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 /4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed

1 /2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes

2 medium lemons, halved

Minced chives

1.  In a large resealable plastic bag, combine lemon juice, 3 tablespoons oil, wine, pepper flakes and rosemary. Add chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate up to 3 hours.

2.  Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Thread chicken onto six metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, covered, over medium heat 10-12 minutes or until no longer pink, turning once.

3.  Place lemons on grill, cut side down. Grill 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Squeeze lemon halves over chicken. Drizzle with remaining oil; sprinkle with chives.

PER SERVING 1 kabob: 182 cal., 8g fat ( 2g sat. fat ) , 63mg chol., 55mg sodium, 2g carb. ( 1g sugars, 1g fiber ) , 23g pro. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 fat.