MOROCCAN-SPICED CHICKEN SKEWERS

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Amazing chicken skewers my mom used to make when I was younger. These are great fresh of the grill and even better reheated. I love to meal prep this and take with me to work.

Provided by VikingCook

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     African     North African     Moroccan

Time 5h55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 22

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup chopped fresh mint leaves
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons honey
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
4 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes
2 cups whole-milk Greek yogurt
½ cup fresh lemon juice
¼ cup finely chopped mint leaves
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 green bell peppers, cut into cubes
1 small red onion, cut into 8 wedges
bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Steps:

  • Whisk 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 in a large bowl. Reserve 1/4 cup marinade in a separate bowl.
  • Place chicken in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour marinade over chicken. Press air out of the bag and seal tightly. Turn the bag to distribute the marinade. Place in a bowl and refrigerate for 5 hours.
  • Whisk yogurt, 1/2 cup lemon juice, 1/4 cup mint, 2 cloves garlic, lemon zest, and 1 teaspoon salt together in a bowl to make sauce. Cover and place in the refrigerator.
  • Toss green bell peppers and red onion in the reserved 1/4 cup marinade. Remove chicken from the bag and discard all marinade. Thread chicken, peppers, and onion alternately onto skewers.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Arrange skewers on the grill. Close lid and cook, turning once or twice, until chicken is firm to the touch, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from grill and let stand for 2 to 3 minutes. Serve with cold sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496 calories, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Cholesterol 119.4 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 42.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 1355.5 mg, Sugar 10.3 g

Koda Isha
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I made these skewers for a party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the spices were delicious.


Mehran Niazi
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These skewers were a bit spicy for me, but they were still very good. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the spices were flavorful.


tshegofatso madisha
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken, but these skewers were amazing. The spices were perfect and the chicken was so juicy. I will definitely be making these again.


My Reactions
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These skewers were so easy to make and they were so delicious. I love the combination of spices and the chicken is always cooked perfectly.


Neville Wright
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I made these skewers for a party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the spices were delicious.


Kjeston Duncan
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These skewers were a bit spicy for me, but they were still very good. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the spices were flavorful.


Sanjay Bhetwal
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken, but these skewers were amazing. The spices were perfect and the chicken was so juicy. I will definitely be making these again.


Yasmeen Kareem
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These skewers were so easy to make and they were so delicious. I love the combination of spices and the chicken is always cooked perfectly.


innocent multy i
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I made these skewers for a party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the spices were delicious.


Juan Wearth
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These skewers were a bit spicy for me, but they were still very good. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the spices were flavorful.


Assane Lasse
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken, but these skewers were amazing. The spices were perfect and the chicken was so juicy. I will definitely be making these again.


Fazi Feroze
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These skewers were so easy to make and they were so delicious. I love the combination of spices and the chicken is always cooked perfectly.


Nuwasasira Rimstone
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I made these skewers for a party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the spices were delicious.


Jerry Akoe Alla Dzitse
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These skewers were a bit spicy for me, but they were still very good. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the spices were flavorful.


Junaid Malik
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken, but these skewers were amazing. The spices were perfect and the chicken was so juicy. I will definitely be making these again.


James See
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These skewers are so easy to make and they are so delicious. I love the combination of spices and the chicken is always cooked perfectly.


Hifran ali
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I've made these skewers several times now and they are always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the spices are perfect.


Monke
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These skewers were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the spices were delicious.


Stanford Moyana
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I love the flavor of these skewers! The chicken is so tender and the spices are just right. I will definitely be making these again.


Zaibaliali312 Zaibali sanwal
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These skewers were amazing! The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the spices were perfect. I will definitely be making these again.