Classic Shish Tawook
Total time2 hr 35 min
Prep time20 min
Cook time15 min
5.0(21)
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4 servings
For the marinade
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1 ½-inch cubes
- ½ cup plain whole-milk yogurt
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 ½ tsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground allspice
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the skewers
- 1 large red onion, cut into 1 ½-inch chunks
- 1 large green bell pepper, cut into 1 ½-inch chunks
For serving
- warm flatbread or pita, for serving
- toum or garlic sauce, for serving
- fresh parsley, roughly chopped, for serving (optional)
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together the yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, tomato paste, paprika, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, allspice, cayenne, salt, and black pepper until smooth and evenly combined.
- 2
Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and toss until every piece is thoroughly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 8 hours.
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