Moroccan-Spiced Chicken Skewers
The sauce is thick and rich, creamy, and full of warm indian spices.
Recipe Summary Moroccan-Spiced Chicken Skewers
Amazing chicken skewers my mom used to make when I was younger. These are great fresh of the grill and even better reheated. I love to meal prep this and take with me to work.Ingredients | Mighty Spice Butter Chicken Review¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil¼ cup chopped fresh mint leaves¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice2 teaspoons honey1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt2 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon ground cumin½ teaspoon ground coriander½ teaspoon ground cinnamon¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper4 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes2 cups whole-milk Greek yogurt½ cup fresh lemon juice¼ cup finely chopped mint leaves2 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest1 teaspoon kosher salt2 green bell peppers, cut into cubes1 small red onion, cut into 8 wedgesbamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutesDirectionsWhisk olive oil, 1/4 cup mint, cilantro, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, honey, 1 1/2 teaspoon salt, 2 cloves garlic, paprika, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and cayenne in a large bowl. Reserve 1/4 cup marinade in a separate bowl.Place chicken in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour marinade over chicken. Press air out of the bag and seal tightly. Turn the bag to distribute the marinade. Place in a bowl and refrigerate for 5 hours.Whisk yogurt, 1/2 cup lemon juice, 1/4 cup mint, 2 cloves garlic, lemon zest, and 1 teaspoon salt together in a bowl to make sauce. Cover and place in the refrigerator.Toss green bell peppers and red onion in the reserved 1/4 cup marinade. Remove chicken from the bag and discard all marinade. Thread chicken, peppers, and onion alternately onto skewers.Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Arrange skewers on the grill. Close lid and cook, turning once or twice, until chicken is firm to the touch, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from grill and let stand for 2 to 3 minutes. Serve with cold sauce.Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of marinade ingredients. The actual amount of marinade consumed will vary.Info | Mighty Spice Butter Chicken Reviewprep:
45 mins
cook:
8 mins
additional:
5 hrs 2 mins
total:
5 hrs 55 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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