Sugar-Free Shish Tawook
Elevate your grilling game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Sugar-Free Shish Tawook recipe! Made with juicy, marinated chicken breast cubes, this healthier twist on the Middle Eastern classic substitutes sugar-laden additives for a tangy, creamy marinade featuring plain Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, aromatic garlic, and a blend of spices like paprika, cumin, and coriander. Threaded onto water-soaked wooden skewers, these tender chicken pieces achieve smoky perfection with a golden char straight from the grill. Perfect for meal prep or hosting, this easy and guilt-free dish pairs beautifully with grilled vegetables or a crisp side salad, making it a must-have addition to your sugar-free recipe collection. Ready in under an hour with just 20 minutes of prep, it’s an irresistible low-carb, high-protein option full of bold Mediterranean flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
- 8 pieces Wooden skewers, soaked in water
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, ground coriander, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to form the marinade.
Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator 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 wooden skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.
Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred on the edges.
Once cooked, remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
Sprinkle the shish tawook with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve hot with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1207 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.4 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.3 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 320 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 2724 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.9 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.4 g | ||
| Protein | 135.6 g | 271% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 442 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1765 mg | 38% | |
*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.
