Chicken shish kebab, a succulent and flavorful dish, is a popular culinary delight enjoyed worldwide. It consists of tender chicken pieces marinated in a blend of aromatic spices and herbs, skillfully skewered onto metal or wooden sticks, and grilled to perfection. Whether you prefer the smoky flavor of charcoal grilling or the convenience of an indoor grill, this delectable dish will tantalize your taste buds with its juicy texture, charred exterior, and explosion of flavors. In this article, we will guide you through a culinary journey, exploring the secrets behind creating the ultimate chicken shish kebab, ensuring a memorable meal that will leave you craving for more.
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SHISH TAOUK (CHICKEN KEBAB RECIPE)
Make and share this Shish Taouk (Chicken Kebab Recipe) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by NovemberSong
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In non-reactive container (glass, good ceramic or stainless steel) combine the cubed chicken, garlic, salt, cinnamon, black pepper, allspice, oil and lemon juice, mix well, cover (you can use saran wrap).
- *Note* You should marinate the chicken for several hours in the refrigerator to get the best taste out of the chicken.
- Thirty minutes before grilling remove from refrigerator, allowing it to reach room temperature.
- Thread onto skewers *note*.
- If using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them in cold water for at least 20 minutes prior to using.
- Grill over medium charcoal fire, basting and turning several times, until delicately browned.
- The recipe also says you can also grill in the oven, but if you've got a charcoal grill, it works much nicer.
- But if you dont have a charcoal grill; pre-heat the grill. Place chicken on skewers over an oven sheet and cook until browned (6-8 minutes), turning skewers and basting occasionally with the marinade to keep moist.
- I serve this with baked pita,hummus, Kibbee, and a nice green salad with feta cheese dressing.
SHISH TAOUK (TAWOOK)/ CHICKEN KEBAB
This is my sister-in-law's recipe for Chicken Shish-tawuk ( I would love to know the correct spelling for this.
Provided by Camel_Cracker
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 3h55m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Wash chicken breasts with cool water, then cut them into equal sized cubes.
- In a mixing bowl, squeeze the juice of 1/2 lemon over chicken cubes and coat them with the flour and a pinch of salt. Cut two lemons and put the pieces in the bowl with the chicken.
- Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
- During that 15 minutes, in a mixing bowl, mix tomato paste, yogurt, mustard, garlic cloves, salt, black pepper, cinnamon, 7 spice/allspice, season-all and the juice of 1/2 lemon together.
- Rinse flour and lemon mixture off of the chicken cubes and discard the lemons.
- Coat the chicken with the spice mixture, cover bowl with saran wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
- I like to eat this meal with fattoush salad and baba ghannouj, and use the marinating time to prepare those things.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Fry the chicken cubes until they are almost completely cooked. Allow them to cool to the touch.
- When they have cooled, put about 6 cubes on each skewer.
- Mix the remaining sauce with 3T of water in the bottom of a Pyrex baking dish and balance the chicken skewers over the top.
- Bake the chicken for about 15 minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is thoroughly cooked.
- Serve with pita bread and/or rice.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
- Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, to infuse it with flavor.
- If you don't have time to marinate the chicken, you can simply season it with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices before grilling.
- Cook the chicken over medium heat to prevent it from drying out.
- Baste the chicken with the marinade or a mixture of olive oil and lemon juice while it's cooking to keep it moist.
- Serve the chicken immediately with your favorite sides, such as rice, salad, or grilled vegetables.
Conclusion:
Chicken shish kebabs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a meal that is both flavorful and satisfying. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, give chicken shish kebabs a try. You won't be disappointed!
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