SAFFRON-YOGURT CHICKEN KEBABS

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A easy, rich Greek yogurt-based marinade is the key to these juicy flame-kissed chicken skewers that you can grill for a quick dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
1/2 teaspoon saffron threads
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch pieces
6 lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk to combine yogurt, oil, lemon zest and juice, thyme, garlic, saffron, paprika, turmeric, cayenne, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • Add chicken to yogurt marinade and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to overnight.
  • Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high. Thread chicken onto six 10-inch skewers and season with salt and pepper. Grill chicken until cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes per side. Drizzle with oil and serve with lemon wedges.

Humble Abby
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.


Bojos sting
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I'm not a big fan of yogurt, but I loved these kebabs. The saffron really mellows out the yogurt flavor.


Brian Parrino
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These kebabs are perfect for a summer cookout. They're easy to make and they always disappear quickly.


esther amarachukwu
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I love how versatile this recipe is. You can use any type of meat or vegetables you like. I've even made a vegetarian version with tofu.


Nuhs Azzam
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Abdullah Jabbar
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The yogurt-saffron marinade is amazing! I used it on chicken, lamb, and even vegetables. Everything turned out delicious.


death notekai
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These kebabs were a little dry for my taste. I think I'll try adding some extra oil to the marinade next time.


Oduor Elvice
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients and it comes together quickly. Plus, the chicken is always delicious.


AR Tusher
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This was my first time making chicken kebabs and they turned out great! The yogurt-saffron marinade was easy to make and the chicken was cooked perfectly.


aqash liaqat aqash liaqat
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. The yogurt-saffron marinade really tenderizes the chicken and gives it a wonderful flavor.


Siddik Hawlader
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Fantastic recipe! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the yogurt-saffron marinade was flavorful but not overpowering. Even my picky kids loved it.