Shish Taouk Lebanese Grilled Chicken

One of the most popularly known Lebanese street foods would have to be shish taouk (also spelled shish tawook, shish ta’uque, etc). Generously seasoned chicken with garlic and lemon, skewered and perfectly chargrilled.

for this recipe I used boneless skinless chicken thighs marinated in yogurt, lemon juice, and spices before being skewered with onions and bell peppers. The result is a terrific idea for the grilling season that tastes great and is fun to eat.

The marinade used here is also available as a standalone recipe: Shish Taouk Marinade.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup (60 ml) lemon juice
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable oil
• 3/4 cup (180 ml) plain yogurt
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 teaspoons (7.5 ml) salt
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) ground black pepper
• 2 pounds (910 g) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 2 inch (5 cm) pieces
• 2 onions, cut into large chunks
• 1 large green bell pepper, cut into large chunks
• 1 cup (240 ml) chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Method

1. Whisk together the lemon juice, vegetable oil, plain yogurt, garlic, salt, oregano, and pepper in a large bowl. Add the chicken and toss to coat.
2. Transfer the chicken mixture into a large plastic bag and refrigerate at least 4 hours; overnight is better.
3. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Thread the chicken, onions, and pepper onto metal skewers; if using wood skewers, soak them in water for 20 min or they will burn.
4. Cook on the 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.