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Shish Tawook
5 from 6 votes

Shish Tawook

Try this Shish Tawook recipe for tender, yogurt-marinated chicken skewers that will take your taste buds to the Middle East!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Additional Time
4 hrs
Total Time
4 hrs 30 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 273 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Lebanese

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup whole milk yogurt plain
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon oregano dried
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground allspice
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1½ teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 pounds chicken breast cut into 1½-inch cubes, boneless, skinless

Instructions

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  1. In a large bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, tomato paste, paprika, oregano, cinnamon, allspice, cardamom, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the marinade.
  2. Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers. Grill the skewers for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and has nice grill marks.
  4. Serve hot with sides of your choice, such as pita bread, garlic sauce, and fresh vegetables.

Nutrition Information

Calories 273kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 33g (66%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g (12%) Monounsaturated Fat 8g (40%) Trans Fat 0.02g (1%) Cholesterol 99mg (33%) Sodium 806mg (34%) Potassium 672mg (14%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 348IU (7%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 41mg (4%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 273

% Daily Value*

Calories 273kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 33g 66%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 8g 40%
Trans Fat 0.02g 1%
Cholesterol 99mg 33%
Sodium 806mg 34%
Potassium 672mg 14%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 348IU 7%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 41mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.