Chimney Stack Sausage Cheese (Printable)

Smoky sausage, cheese, and veggies stacked on skewers and grilled with flavorful marinade.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meats

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

→ Cheese

02 - 6.3 oz firm cheese (e.g., cheddar, gouda, or provolone), cut into 0.8 inch cubes

→ Vegetables

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

→ Marinade

05 - 2 tbsp olive oil
06 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
07 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
08 - 1/4 tsp garlic powder
09 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish (optional)

10 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

# Directions:

01 - Whisk together olive oil, smoked paprika, dried oregano, garlic powder, and black pepper in a small bowl.
02 - In a large bowl, combine sausage slices, red bell pepper pieces, and red onion chunks. Drizzle with marinade and toss to coat evenly.
03 - Thread ingredients onto skewers, alternating sausage, cheese, bell pepper, and onion. Start and end with sausage for stability.
04 - Heat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
05 - Place skewers on grill and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally. Add cheese cubes after 5 to 6 minutes to prevent over-melting until vegetables are tender and sausage is heated through.
06 - Transfer skewers to a platter, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare and cook
  • Perfect for sharing at parties
02 -
  • Use firm cheese to prevent melting too fast on the grill
  • Marinate ingredients for better flavor absorption
03 -
  • Use halloumi cheese for a firmer, grill-friendly option
  • Add a pinch of cayenne to the marinade for extra spice
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