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Shish Taouk Skewers

Charred, garlicky Lebanese chicken skewers with yogurt-lemon marinade, cooked in one skillet in 20 minutes. Serve with pita, tomatoes, and tahini sauce.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
420
Protein
48g
Shish Taouk Skewers
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Combine yogurt, lemon juice, zest, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add chicken cubes and toss to coat evenly.

  2. Step 2

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  3. Step 3

    Thread chicken cubes onto metal or soaked wooden skewers, leaving tiny gaps between pieces for even browning.

  4. Step 4

    Place skewers in the skillet without crowding; sear 3 minutes per side until edges char and meat is cooked through (165°F internal).

  5. Step 5

    Whisk tahini with 3 tbsp warm water, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until creamy; drizzle over hot skewers.

  6. Step 6

    Serve with warm pita, sliced tomatoes, and fresh parsley.

Tools you’ll need

  • large bowl
  • 12-inch skillet
  • metal or wooden skewers
  • meat thermometer
  • small whisk

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