Lebanese Chicken Kebabs - Shish Taouk - Chef Paul - World Food Studio

Ingredients

• 500 g Chicken Breast (skinless, boneless, cut into 1‑inch cubes)
• 200 g Plain Yogurt (full‑fat, at room temperature)
• 2 tablespoon Tomato Paste (smooth)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 clove Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Salt (fine)
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (for pan)
• 1 teaspoon Paprika (for garnish)
• 8 piece Wooden Skewers (soaked in water for at least 10 minutes)

Instructions

1. Make the Yogurt Marinade

   In a mixing bowl combine the plain yogurt, tomato paste, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and uniform.

   Time: PT5M

2. Cube the Chicken Breast

   Trim any remaining skin from the chicken breast, pat dry, and cut into 1‑inch cubes.

   Time: PT5M

3. Marinate Chicken in Yogurt

   Add the chicken cubes to the yogurt mixture, toss to coat every piece. Cover the bowl with cling film and refrigerate for 1 hour.

   Time: PT1H

4. Soak Wooden Skewers

   Place the wooden skewers in a shallow dish of water and let them soak for at least 10 minutes.

   Time: PT10M

5. Heat Skillet

   Put a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil, and let it shimmer.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium heat

6. Thread Chicken onto Skewers

   Remove the chicken from the refrigerator, thread the cubes onto the soaked skewers, leaving a small gap between pieces.

   Time: PT5M

7. Grill Chicken Skewers

   Place the skewers in the hot skillet. Cook 5‑8 minutes per side, turning once, until the interior reaches 165°F (74°C).

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: Medium heat

8. Add Paprika

   Remove the skewers from the pan and sprinkle paprika over the hot chicken for color and a mild smoky flavor.

   Time: PT2M

9. Plate and Serve

   Arrange the skewers on a serving platter. Serve immediately, optionally with lemon wedges or a fresh salad.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

30 g

Carbohydrates

5 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

0 g