Best 5 Shish Tawook Marinated Chicken Recipes

**Shish Tawook: A Middle Eastern Grilled Chicken Skewer Delicacy**

Shish tawook is a delectable dish that captures the essence of Middle Eastern cuisine. It features succulent chicken marinated in a flavorful blend of spices, yogurt, and lemon juice, then grilled to perfection on skewers. The result is a tender, juicy chicken with a tantalizing charred exterior and an explosion of aromatic flavors. This article offers a collection of mouthwatering shish tawook recipes that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. From the classic Lebanese-style shish tawook to unique variations like the spicy Moroccan shish tawook and the tangy yogurt-marinated Greek shish tawook, you'll find a recipe that suits your culinary cravings. Explore the diverse world of shish tawook and embark on a culinary journey to savor the vibrant tastes of the Middle East.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SHISH TAWOOK

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Try this Authentic Shish Tawook recipe - a popular Lebanese grilled chicken skewers recipe. It's tender juicy chicken marinated in yogurt, lemon and garlic.

Provided by Yumna Jawad

Categories Main Course

Time 28m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into large chunks)
½ cup plain whole milk yogurt
¼ cup lemon juice
¼ cup olive oil
6 garlic cloves (crushed)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon paprika
¾ teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon oregano
½ teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

In a large bowl, add the ingredients for the marinade (yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, tomato paste, all the seasoning and salt/pepper) and whisk to combine.
Place the chicken cubes in the same bowl and coat the chicken in the marinade. Cover, and let rest/marinate in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
Thread the chicken on skewers right before grilling. Add one wedge of onions to each skewer, if desired.
Grill on medium heat for 5-8 minutes per side.
Serve with pita bread, lettuce and garlic sauce, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Sodium 595 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SHISH TAWOOK MARINATED CHICKEN

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A Middle Eastern low fat recipe for marinated chicken breasts, which can be baked in the oven or skewered with mushrooms and barbequed. They taste great with pita bread and some pickled turnips.

Provided by IMYASMINA

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes Asian-Style

Time P1DT1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons plain low-fat yogurt
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons paprika
1 ½ teaspoons ground allspice
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon curry powder
3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into bite-size pieces
½ cup mayonnaise
1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
3 cloves garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

In a medium bowl, stir together oil, yogurt, ketchup, and mustard. Season with garlic powder, paprika, allspice, black pepper, cinnamon, and curry powder. Stir in chicken pieces, coating all sides with marinade. Cover bowl, and refrigerate overnight.
To make dipping sauce, mix together mayonnaise, yogurt, garlic, and salt. Cover, and refrigerate.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Transfer chicken pieces to a shallow baking dish. Bake in a preheated oven 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 calories, Carbohydrate 7.4 g, Cholesterol 141.5 mg, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 55.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 496.1 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

SHISH TAWOOK (MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN KABOBS)

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Grilled, marinated, Mediterranean-style chicken. This recipe was inspired by the Lebanese restaurant for which I used to work. Its flavor is so unique and outside the box and will have everyone trying to guess the ingredients because its flavor is so mouth watering! Goes great with a plain or bland rice pilaf. Also fatoosh or tabbouleh salad goes well with it as a side. You'll need metal skewers or a grilling basket (I prefer the basket).

Provided by soulman

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 4h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt to taste
8 large cloves garlic, chopped, or more to taste
½ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, or more to taste
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, or more to taste
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar, or more to taste
2 tablespoons lemon juice, or more to taste
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon ground allspice
1 tablespoon ground sumac
⅛ teaspoon pomegranate syrup

Steps:

Season chicken breasts with salt. Cut each breast into 3 to 4 pieces. Place in a large bowl; stir in garlic. Add olive oil, apple cider vinegar, red wine vinegar, white balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, allspice, sumac, and pomegranate syrup. Mix well with your hands.
Cover chicken mixture with plastic wrap, pressing against the surface to remove any air. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours and up to overnight.
Preheat an outdoor grill and 2 grill baskets with the cover closed for 10 minutes. Divide chicken evenly between the grill baskets. Grill until golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.3 calories, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 24.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 86.7 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

SHISH TAWOOK GRILLED CHICKEN

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These are served in every restaurant in the Middle East. You can easily make them at home and make them taste just as good, if not better. Don't substitute sour cream for the yogurt, as the yogurt is a meat tenderizer.

Provided by Noor

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 4h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

¼ cup lemon juice
¼ cup vegetable oil
¾ cup plain yogurt
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons tomato paste
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon ground cardamom
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 2 inch pieces
2 onions, cut into large chunks
1 large green bell pepper, cut into large chunks
1 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

Whisk together the lemon juice, vegetable oil, plain yogurt, garlic, tomato paste, salt, oregano, pepper, allspice, cinnamon, and cardamom in a large bowl; add the chicken and toss to coat. Transfer the chicken mixture into a large plastic bag; refrigerate at least 4 hours.
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil grate. Thread the chicken, onions, and pepper onto metal skewers. Cook on preheated grill until the chicken is golden and no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes each side. Sprinkle the parsley over the skewers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Cholesterol 88 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 34.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 701.5 mg, Sugar 5 g

SHISH TAWOOK MARINADE (LEBANESE CHICKEN MARINADE)

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Lebanese-style shish tawook chicken-tomato marinade. You can get a bit creative with the spices instead of using just curry powder.

Provided by Bilal Maassarani

Categories Teriyaki Sauce and Marinade

Time P1DT5m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 tablespoons corn oil
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 pinch curry powder, or to taste

Steps:

Combine corn oil, vinegar, tomato paste, ginger, garlic, and curry powder in a resealable container. Add chicken and marinate for at least 1 day.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.3 g, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 129.9 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

Tips:

To make sure the chicken is cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check that it has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can check if the chicken is cooked by cutting into it. The juices should run clear, and there should be no pink in the center.
For a more flavorful marinade, use a combination of yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs. You can also add a bit of olive oil to help the marinade penetrate the chicken.
If you want a crispy skin on your chicken, make sure to grill it over direct heat for a few minutes at the end of the cooking time.
Serve shish tawook with your favorite sides, such as rice, pita bread, or hummus.

Conclusion:

Shish tawook is a delicious and easy-to-make grilled chicken dish that is perfect for summer cookouts. With its simple marinade and flavorful spices, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give shish tawook a try!