Moroccan-Spiced Chicken Skewers
Moroccan-Spiced Chicken Skewers feature tender marinated chicken with green bell peppers and red onion, kissed by the grill for a smoky edge. Warm spices like cumin, paprika, coriander, and cinnamon balance a hint of honey, while a tangy lemon-mint yogurt sauce cools each bite. Serve for a relaxed dinner or backyard cookout when you want bright, aromatic flavors.
- Prep45 mins
- Cook8 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Moroccan-Spiced Chicken Skewers, 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
- 0 / 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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- 15
- Heart Health
- 61
- Metabolic
- 21
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 42
- General Wellness
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, 1/4 cup mint, cilantro, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, honey, 1 1/2 teaspoon salt, 2 cloves garlic, paprika, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and cayenne. Set aside 1/4 cup of the marinade in a separate bowl.
- 2
Put the chicken in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken. Press out the air and seal the bag tightly. Turn the bag to evenly coat with the marinade. Set the bag in a bowl and refrigerate for 5 hours.
- 3
Whisk yogurt, 1/2 cup lemon juice, 1/4 cup mint, 2 cloves garlic, lemon zest, and 1 teaspoon salt in a bowl to make the sauce. Cover and refrigerate.
- 4
Toss the green bell peppers and red onion with the reserved 1/4 cup marinade. Take the chicken out of the bag and discard all the marinade. Thread the chicken, peppers, and onion alternately onto skewers.
- 5
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high and lightly oil the grate. Place the skewers on the grill. Close the lid and cook, turning once or twice, until the chicken is firm to the touch, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the grill and let rest for 2 to 3 minutes. Serve with the cold sauce.
- Calories 601.97 kcal High 30%
- Protein 53.49 g Good Source 107%
- Carbohydrate 37.96 g 14%
- Total Fat 24.7 g High 32%
- Saturated Fat 6.69 g High 33%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 186.75 mg High 62%
- Sodium 808.33 mg High 35%
- Dietary Fiber 2.15 g Low Source 8%
- Total Sugars 8.61 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 164.71 mg Moderate 13%
- Iron 2.61 mg Moderate 15%
- Potassium 901.48 mg Moderate 19%
- Vitamin A 36.26 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 2.78 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 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Moroccan Spiced Chicken Skewers is a Moroccan appetizer recipe made with 16 ingredients. It takes about 53 mins, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Cayenne Pepper, Diced Green Bell Pepper, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Fresh Cilantro. Each serving provides about 601.97 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Moroccan-Spiced Chicken Skewers?
- It is a Moroccan recipe made with 16 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or dinner or lunch.
- What is Moroccan-Spiced Chicken Skewers made of?
- The main ingredients are Cayenne Pepper, Diced Green Bell Pepper, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Cilantro, Fresh Mint. The full list of 16 is above.
- What goes well with Moroccan-Spiced Chicken Skewers?
- Explore these Moroccan side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Moroccan-Spiced Chicken Skewers?
- About 53 mins in total: 45 mins to prepare and 8 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 601.97 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Moroccan-Spiced Chicken Skewers easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 16 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Moroccan-Spiced Chicken Skewers healthy?
- Moroccan-Spiced Chicken Skewers has an easyChef Pro health score of 46/100. Per serving, it provides 601.97 calories and 53.49 g of protein, or 107% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 808.33 mg (35% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 6.69 g (33% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish, Milk, Garlic 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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