Yogurt-Marinated Grilled Chicken Skewers with Bell Peppers

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Flavorful Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Skewers with Bell Peppers elevate your grilling game with a Middle Eastern-inspired dish perfect for non-vegetarians seeking a delicious and easy meal. The yogurt marinade tenderizes the chicken while infusing it with aromatic spices, creating a mouthwatering flavor profile. These skewers are versatile enough for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, pairing beautifully with fresh salads or pita bread.

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Overview

Shish Tawook is a popular Middle Eastern dish featuring tender, flavorful grilled chicken skewers. The secret to its deliciousness lies in the yogurt marinade, which tenderizes the chicken and infuses it with a delightful blend of spices. Paired with chunks of onion and bell pepper, these skewers are perfect for a summer barbecue or a cozy family dinner.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy

Cuisine

Middle Eastern

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 0.75 Cups (cups) plain yogurt
• 0.25 Cups (cups) lemon juice
• 0.25 Cups (cups) vegetable oil
• 4 Cloves garlic, minced
• 2 Teaspoons (tsp) tomato paste
• 1.5 Teaspoons (tsp) salt
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) dried oregano
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) black pepper, ground
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) allspice, ground
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) cinnamon, ground
• 0.125 Teaspoon (tsp) cardamom, ground
• 2 Pounds (lbs) chicken breast halves, boneless and skinless, divided
• 2 Whole onions, divided
• 1 Large green bell pepper, divided
• 1 Cup (cup) fresh flat-leaf parsley, torn

Steps

1. In a large bowl, mix together the yogurt, lemon juice, vegetable oil, minced garlic, tomato paste, salt, oregano, black pepper, allspice, cinnamon, and cardamom.
2. Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Transfer the chicken and marinade into a resealable plastic bag, squeeze out excess air, and seal. Marinate in the refrigerator for 4 hours.
3. Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
4. Thread the marinated chicken, onion chunks, and bell pepper pieces onto metal skewers.
5. Grill the skewers on the preheated grill, cooking until the chicken is golden and no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes on each side.
6. Once cooked, sprinkle the torn parsley over the skewers before serving.

Enjoy your flavorful and tender Yogurt-Marinated Grilled Chicken Skewers with Bell Peppers!