Shish Taouk Lebanese Chicken Skewers

Elevate your grilling game with these mouthwatering Shish Taouk Lebanese Chicken Skewers—a traditional Middle Eastern favorite bursting with bold, aromatic flavors. Tender chicken cubes are marinated in a luscious blend of creamy yogurt, fresh garlic, tangy lemon juice, and rich tomato paste, accented with fragrant spices like paprika, cumin, and oregano. After soaking up the savory marinade, the chicken is threaded onto skewers and grilled or roasted to perfection, achieving a deliciously smoky, lightly charred finish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or outdoor gatherings, these juicy skewers pair beautifully with warm pita bread, toum (garlic sauce), crisp salads, or tangy pickles, delivering an authentic taste of Lebanese cuisine in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 800 grams Boneless chicken breast or thighs
• 180 grams Plain yogurt
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 12 skewers Wooden skewers, soaked in water

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breasts or thighs into bite-sized cubes, about 1.5 inches in size. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, prepare the marinade by combining the yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, tomato paste, paprika, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper (if using), oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Pour the marinade over the chicken pieces and mix thoroughly to ensure each piece is well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight, for the best flavor.

Step 4

If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.

Step 5

Preheat your grill or broiler on medium-high heat. If using an oven, preheat to 220°C (425°F).

Step 6

Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, leaving a small gap between each piece for even cooking.

Step 7

Grill or broil the skewers for 6-8 minutes per side, rotating once, until the chicken is fully cooked and lightly charred on the edges. If using an oven, place the skewers on a lined baking sheet and roast for 12-15 minutes, turning halfway through.

Step 8

Remove the skewers from the heat and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 9

Serve the Shish Taouk skewers with warm pita bread, toum (garlic sauce), pickles, and a fresh salad for a complete Lebanese meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1141.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1902.0

Total Fat 75.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 690.8mg	0%
Sodium 3109.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 32.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.4g	0%
Total Sugars 18.4g
Protein 261.5g	0%

Vitamin D 190.4IU	0%
Calcium 516.0mg	0%
Iron 12.6mg	0%
Potassium 3112.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.7%

Protein: 56.3%

Carbs: 7.0%