Grilled Shish Tawook

Name: Grilled Shish Tawook
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs ((cut into large chunks)); Kosher salt; 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt; 1/4 cup lemon juice ((plus zest of 1 lemon)); 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 8 garlic cloves ((minced)); 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon allspice; 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:20min

The best AUTHENTIC Shish Tawook (Middle Eastern chicken skewers) recipe you'll find. You'll love the amazing yogurt-based marinade that's loaded with garlic, spices and amazing flavors! If you can, budget some time to allow the chicken to marinate in the fridge for a few hours

Updated at: Thu, 13 Nov 2025 06:27:20 GMT