Whole30 Shish Taouk
Elevate your grilling game with this Whole30 Shish Taouk, a healthier spin on the traditional Middle Eastern dish that’s bursting with bold, smoky flavors. Tender bites of boneless, skinless chicken breasts are marinated in a zesty blend of freshly minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, tomato paste, and aromatic spices like cumin, oregano, and paprika. After soaking in this vibrant marinade, the chicken is threaded onto skewers and grilled to juicy perfection, achieving that irresistible char. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 30 minutes of active prep and cook time, is entirely Whole30-compliant, dairy-free, and gluten-free, making it perfect for clean-eating enthusiasts. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with a squeeze of lemon, these skewers are ideal for summer barbecues, weekday dinners, or healthy meal prep. Whether you’re embracing the Whole30 lifestyle or simply love Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this Shish Taouk recipe is an absolute must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 0.33 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons ground paprika
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
- 4 pieces lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, tomato paste, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, and chopped onion. Mix well to form a marinade.
Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight for maximum flavor.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto skewers, leaving a slight gap between each piece to ensure even cooking.
Grill the skewers on the preheated grill for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice char.
Remove the chicken skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
Transfer the shish taouk to a serving platter, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over the chicken.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3596 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 259.9 g | 333% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.3 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 771 mg | 257% | |
| Sodium | 3087 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.7 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.0 g | ||
| Protein | 288.8 g | 578% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 432 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 18.9 mg | 105% | |
| Potassium | 3491 mg | 74% | |
*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.
