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Shish Tawook

Name: Shish Tawook
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 2 h 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: lebanese, middle_eastern
Ingredients: 600 g boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into 1-inch cubes; 120 g plain yogurt; 60 ml lemon juice freshly squeezed; 3 clove garlic minced; 30 ml olive oil; 15 g tomato paste; 1.5 tsp paprika; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground; 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

This classic Lebanese chicken skewer recipe features tender chicken marinated in a flavorful yogurt and lemon mixture. The result is juicy, aromatic chicken perfect for grilling or baking.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 2 hr 35 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Medium
Per serving: 348 kcal

Gluten-free

Allergen information: may contain milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

600 gboneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes

marinade

120 gplain yogurt
60 mllemon juice, freshly squeezed
3 clovegarlic, minced
30 mlolive oil
15 gtomato paste
1.5 tsppaprika
1 tspdried oregano
1 tspsalt
0.5 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
0.25 tspcayenne pepper(optional)

Equipment

tongs · or oven · skewers · grill · large bowl · baking sheet · whisk

The method

Step by step

1
In a large bowl, combine the plain yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, tomato paste, paprika, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Ensure all spices are well mixed into the yogurt for an even marinade.
2
Add the cubed chicken breast to the marinade, tossing to ensure all pieces are thoroughly coated.
About 1 min
3
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and tenderize the chicken.
About 2 hr
Cook’s note: Marinating longer will result in more flavorful and tender chicken.
4
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before threading to prevent burning.
5
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 200°C / 400°F) or preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
About 10 min
6
Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, leaving a small space between each piece to ensure even cooking.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Do not overcrowd the skewers.
7
Grill the skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly charred on all sides.
About 15 min
Cook’s note: If baking, arrange skewers on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until cooked through.
8
Remove the shish tawook from the grill or oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
About 2 min

Per serving

Nutrition

74%Score

Calories: 347.6kcal
Protein: 48.4g
Carbs: 6.3g
Fat: 13.7g
Fibre: 1g
Sugar: 2.6g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store leftover shish tawook in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Reheat gently in a microwave or oven until warmed through.