Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Chicken Shawarma Kebab, a delightful dish that brings the essence of Mediterranean cuisine right to your home. This quick and easy recipe combines tender marinated chicken thighs with warm spices, making it perfect for grilling during summer barbecues or cozy family dinners. With just 15 minutes of preparation, you can whip up this mouthwatering kebab that’s sure to impress your guests. Serve it wrapped in pita bread, over fragrant rice pilaf, or alongside a refreshing salad for a versatile meal option. Garnished with fresh parsley and paired with creamy tzatziki sauce, each bite is an explosion of taste that transports you straight to the streets of the Middle East.
Ingredients
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- 200 g plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground cardamom
- 2 tsp turmeric
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp salt
- 1.5 kg chicken thighs (cut into 3 cm pieces)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, cumin, cardamom, turmeric, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add chicken pieces to the marinade and toss to coat evenly.
- Marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes or refrigerate for up to 2 hours.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers and grill for about 10-12 minutes, turning every few minutes until cooked through and lightly charred.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kebab (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg