Description
Discover the mouthwatering flavors of Authentic Shish Tawook, a beloved Lebanese dish featuring tender, juicy grilled chicken skewers. Marinated in a rich blend of yogurt, lemon juice, and aromatic spices like garlic and paprika, these skewers are bursting with savory goodness. Perfect for gatherings, family dinners, or cozy nights in, Shish Tawook is versatile enough to be served with warm pita bread, fresh salads, or zesty garlic sauce. Impress your guests with this easy-to-make recipe that promises to elevate any meal while delivering a delightful taste of Middle Eastern cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
- ½ cup plain whole milk yogurt
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 6 garlic cloves (crushed)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ¾ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, crushed garlic, tomato paste, and spices until fully combined.
- Add chicken chunks to the marinade and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
- Preheat your grill to medium heat.
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers (add onion wedges if desired) and grill for about 5-8 minutes per side until cooked through and slightly charred.
- Serve warm with pita bread and garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Lebanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg