Shish Tawook (Lebanese Chicken Kabobs)
Tender Lebanese chicken skewers marinated in yogurt, garlic, lemon, and Mediterranean spices, then grilled to perfection.
Prep Time
20 mins min
Cook Time
15 mins min
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6
Ingredients
- 1.5 kg boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Juice of 2 lemons
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp turmeric
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 Wooden or metal skewers
- 1 Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together the yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, tomato paste, and spices.
- 2
Add the chicken cubes and coat well with the marinade.
- 3
Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- 4
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes.
- 5
Thread the marinated chicken evenly onto the skewers.
- 6
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- 7
Grill the skewers for 12–15 minutes, turning every few minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and lightly charred.
- 8
Rest the skewers for 5 minutes before serving.
- 9
Garnish with fresh parsley.
- 10
Serve with garlic sauce (toum), rice, grilled vegetables, or pita bread.
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