Heart-Healthy Shish Tawook
Discover a guilt-free twist on a Middle Eastern classic with this flavorful Heart-Healthy Shish Tawook recipe! Perfectly marinated boneless chicken breast is infused with a blend of heart-smart ingredients like low-fat yogurt, fresh lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil, creating tender and juicy bites. Enhanced with aromatic spices such as cumin and coriander, this dish is grilled to perfection alongside vibrant vegetables like bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and red onion for added color and nutritional value. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy and wholesome recipe is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a balanced meal to impress guests. Serve it with whole-grain pita bread or a crisp salad for a complete heart-healthy dining experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams boneless skinless chicken breast
- 120 grams low-fat plain yogurt
- 60 ml fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 bell peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 150 grams cherry tomatoes
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
- 10 wooden skewers, soaked in water
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, cayenne pepper, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined to create the marinade.
Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for more flavor.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating with pieces of bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and red onion wedges.
Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred on the edges.
Once done, remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
Garnish the skewers with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve immediately with a side of whole-grain pita bread or a salad for a heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1236 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.5 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 1620 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.0 g | ||
| Protein | 151.3 g | 303% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 435 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2684 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
