Savory Chimney Stack Skewers (Printer View)

Smoky sausage, cheese, and veggies stacked and grilled for a flavorful, easy bite.

# Components:

→ Meats

01 - 10.5 oz smoked sausage (e.g., kielbasa or andouille), sliced into 0.6 in rounds

→ Cheese

02 - 6.35 oz firm cheese (e.g., cheddar, gouda, or provolone), cut into 0.8 in cubes

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1 in pieces
04 - 1 small red onion, cut into chunks

→ Marinade

05 - 2 tbsp olive oil
06 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
07 - 0.5 tsp dried oregano
08 - 0.25 tsp garlic powder
09 - 0.25 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish (optional)

10 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

# Method steps:

01 - Whisk together olive oil, smoked paprika, dried oregano, garlic powder, and black pepper in a small bowl.
02 - In a large bowl, combine the sliced sausage, bell pepper pieces, and onion chunks. Drizzle the marinade over and toss to coat evenly.
03 - Thread ingredients onto skewers, alternating sausage, cheese, bell pepper, and onion, starting and ending with sausage for secure grip.
04 - Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot.
05 - Grill skewers for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally, until vegetables are tender and sausage is heated through. Add cheese cubes halfway through grilling to prevent over-melting.
06 - Transfer skewers to a serving platter, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare
  • Perfect for sharing at gatherings
02 -
  • Contains dairy cheese
  • Check sausage and cheese labels for hidden allergens and gluten
03 -
  • Add cheese cubes midway to prevent over melting
  • Begin and end skewers with sausage for better grip
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