Jujeh Kabob (Persian Chicken Kabobs)
Jujeh Kabob (Persian Chicken Kabobs) features tender chunks of chicken marinated in bright lemon-lime juice with fragrant saffron, black pepper, and onion, then seared over the grill for smoky edges and juicy centers. The citrus and saffron lend a golden hue and aromatic depth that pairs well with rice or flatbread. Perfect for warm-weather gatherings or a vibrant weeknight cookout.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Jujeh Kabob (Persian Chicken Kabobs), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 50 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 12 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 51
- Heart Health
- 63
- Metabolic
- 17
- Digestive
- 33
- Inflammatory
- 57
- Performance
- 47
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine onion, lime juice, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and saffron in a large glass bowl.
- 2
Stir in the olive oil.
- 3
Press the chicken lightly into the bowl and cover with plastic wrap.
- 4
Marinate for 6 hours to overnight, stirring every few hours to ensure the chicken is coated.
- 5
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 6
Remove the chicken from the bowl, shake off any excess marinade, and discard the marinade left in the bowl.
- 7
Thread the chicken onto metal skewers, making sure it is not packed too tightly.
- 8
Grill the skewers on the preheated grill, turning as needed, until the chicken is browned and no longer pink in the center, 10 to 15 minutes total.
- Calories 349.69 kcal Moderate 17%
- Protein 55.33 g Good Source 111%
- Carbohydrate 5.71 g 2%
- Total Fat 11.78 g Moderate 15%
- Saturated Fat 1.21 g Moderate 6%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 161.45 mg High 54%
- Sodium 206.88 mg Moderate 9%
- Dietary Fiber 0.82 g Low Source 3%
- Total Sugars 1.89 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 24.38 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 1.63 mg Low Source 9%
- Potassium 121.49 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 2.94 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 2.38 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Jujeh Kabob (Persian Chicken Kabobs) is made with 9 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Lemon Juice, and Lime Juice. Each serving provides about 349.69 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Jujeh Kabob (Persian Chicken Kabobs) made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Lemon Juice, Lime Juice, Olive Oil. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Jujeh Kabob (Persian Chicken Kabobs)?
- About 25 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 349.69 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Jujeh Kabob (Persian Chicken Kabobs) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Jujeh Kabob (Persian Chicken Kabobs) healthy?
- Jujeh Kabob (Persian Chicken Kabobs) has an easyChef Pro health score of 51/100. Per serving, it provides 349.69 calories and 55.33 g of protein, or 111% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 206.88 mg (9% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.21 g (6% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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