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250ml Middle Eastern Infused Olive Oil Blend – For hummus and meats

Shish Tawook Marinated in Middle Eastern Infused Olive Oil Blend

Juicy chicken gets a fragrant soak in garlic, lemon, paprika, cumin, and Garden Infuzions Middle Eastern Infused Olive Oil Blend, then grills up smoky, bright, and perfect for a mezze-style meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup Middle Eastern Infused Olive Oil Blend
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 8 wooden or metal skewers
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for the grill grates or pan

Equipment

  • 1 Large mixing bowl For marinating the chicken
  • 1 whisk For blending the marinade
  • 1 set Measuring cups For the oil, yogurt, and lemon juice
  • 1 set Measuring spoons For spices and salt
  • 8 Skewers Wooden or metal
  • 1 Grill or grill pan Medium-high heat
  • 1 Tongs For turning the skewers

Method
 

Instructions
  1. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the Middle Eastern Infused Olive Oil Blend, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, salt, cumin, paprika, coriander, black pepper, cinnamon, and parsley.
  3. Add the chicken pieces and toss until every piece is coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours for deeper flavor.
  4. Thread the chicken onto skewers, packing the pieces snugly but not tightly.
  5. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and brush the grates or pan lightly with olive oil.
  6. Cook the skewers for 10 to 12 minutes total, turning every 2 to 3 minutes, until the chicken is browned on the outside and cooked through.
  7. Transfer to a platter and rest for 3 minutes before serving.
  8. Finish with extra lemon wedges and chopped parsley if you like.

Notes

Marinating time gives the flavor room to settle into the chicken, but even a short soak still works well. Keep the grill hot enough to brown the chicken without drying it out. If you want a fuller platter, add onion wedges or bell pepper pieces to the skewers.

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