Chicken Kebab Marinade
Cyd Converse
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 16 minutes mins
refrigeration 6 minutes mins
Total Time 6 hours hrs 26 minutes mins
Servings 4 1 serving
Calories 621 kcal
- 3/4 cup Plain Greek Yogurt made with whole milk
- 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil plus more for drizzling
- zest and juice from one Lemon
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Thyme
- 2 cloves Chopped Garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon Saffron
- 1/2 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
- 1 pinch of Ground Cayenne Pepper
- 1 pinch of Kosher Salt and Black Pepper
- 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs cut into 2 inch pieces
Mix the yogurt, oil, lemon zest and juice, thyme, garlic, saffron, paprika, turmeric, cayenne, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper i a bowl.
Add the chicken to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge for at least 2 hours, but preferably overnight.
Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high.
Thread the chicken pieces onto six 10-inch skewers and season well.
Grill for about 6 to 8 minutes per side, until the chicken is cooked through.
Drizzle with oil and serve.
Calories: 621kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 62gFat: 39gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 1mg
Keyword Chicken, Dinners, Easy Lunches, Marinades, Meat