Shish Tawook Grilled Chicken
Description
Shish tawook are Middle Eastern chicken kabobs. Make them at home by marinating chicken in yogurt, lemon, and spices; skewer with veggies and grill.
Ingredients
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3/4 cup plain yogurt
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1/4 cup lemon juice
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1/4 cup vegetable oil
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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2 teaspoons tomato paste
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1 1/2 teaspoons salt
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
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1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom
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2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 2 inch pieces
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2 onions, cut into large chunks
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1 large green bell pepper, cut into large chunks
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1 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Directions
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Mix yogurt, lemon juice, oil, garlic, tomato paste, salt, oregano, pepper, allspice, cinnamon, and cardamom in a large bowl. Add chicken and toss to coat; transfer into a resealable plastic bag, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 4 hours.
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Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
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Thread chicken, onions, and bell pepper onto metal skewers.
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Cook on preheated grill until chicken is golden and no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes on each side. Sprinkle parsley over the skewers.