Shish Taouk
Transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of the Middle East with Shish Taouk, a beloved Lebanese-style grilled chicken recipe that’s bursting with flavor. This dish features tender chicken breast cubes marinated in a fragrant mix of Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, tomato paste, and a dynamic blend of spices like paprika, cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper. The marinade’s creamy texture ensures juicy, charred perfection when the skewered chicken is grilled to golden-brown. Shish Taouk is a feast for all senses, perfect for serving alongside fluffy rice, fresh salads, or warm pita bread with a drizzle of garlic sauce. Whether it’s a summer barbecue or a cozy indoor dinner, this recipe delivers authentic, smoky Mediterranean flavors in every bite. Keywords: Shish Taouk recipe, Lebanese grilled chicken, Mediterranean marinade, Middle Eastern cuisine, yogurt chicken skewers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 800 grams Chicken breast
- 250 grams Plain Greek yogurt
- 4 Garlic cloves
- 60 milliliters Lemon juice
- 60 milliliters Olive oil
- 45 grams Tomato paste
- 10 grams Paprika
- 5 grams Ground cumin
- 5 grams Ground coriander
- 10 grams Salt
- 5 grams Black pepper
- 2 grams Cayenne pepper
- 8 Wooden skewers
Instructions
Begin by soaking the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
Cut the chicken breasts into 1.5-inch cubes and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, minced garlic cloves, lemon juice, olive oil, tomato paste, paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Mix the marinade thoroughly until all ingredients are combined.
Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, ensuring that all pieces are well-coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the marinated chicken into a resealable plastic bag. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked skewers, leaving a little space between each piece to ensure even cooking.
Grill the skewered chicken for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is fully cooked and has a nice char on all sides.
Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the shish taouk with your choice of sides such as rice, salad, or pita bread with garlic sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1995 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.4 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.4 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 713 mg | 238% | |
| Sodium | 6693 mg | 291% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 255.5 g | 511% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 561 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 3677 mg | 78% | |
*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.
