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Shish Tawook (Lebanese Chicken Skewers)

Ingredient count
12 ingredients
Total time
150 minutes
Servings
Serves 4
1

Ingredients

Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast1 1/2 lb, in 1 1/2-inch cubes
Plain Whole-Milk Yogurt1/3 cup
Fresh Lemon Juice3 tbsp
Olive Oil2 tbsp
Garlic4 cloves, minced
Tomato Paste1 tbsp
Paprika1 tsp
Dried Oregano1/2 tsp
Ground Cinnamon1/4 tsp
Ground Ginger1/4 tsp
Kosher Salt1 tsp
Black Pepper1/4 tsp
2

Make the Marinade

into the bowl

3

Whisk Until Smooth

4

Add the Chicken

into the bowl

5

Coat Every Piece

6

Marinate

2–4 hrs

At least 2 hours (4 is better), covered in the fridge — up to overnight is fine

7

Thread onto Skewers

× 4 skewers

Pieces just touching, not packed tight. Soak wooden skewers 30 min first.

8

Grill Over Medium-High Heat

On an oiled grate, without moving them

6–7 min

9

Turn & Char

165°F

Until golden with light char marks

6–8 min

Cook to 165°F / 74°C inside

10

Serve

Juicy & golden!

With toum, warm pita, and a fresh salad.

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