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Middle Eastern Chicken Skewers with Garlicky White Sauce

A quick and flavorful recipe for Middle Eastern-style chicken skewers, perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is marinated in a blend of spices and yogurt, then baked until tender and juicy. It's served with a creamy, garlicky white sauce.

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15m
Prep
30m
Cook

Ingredients

  • chicken thighs
  • olive oil
  • paprika
  • garlic powder
  • dried thyme
  • chili powder
  • cinnamon
  • all-purpose flour
  • tomato paste
  • sour cream
  • whole lemon
  • whole white onion
  • salt
  • mayonnaise
  • sour cream
  • garlic
  • fresh parsley
  • lemon zest
  • whole lemon
  • sumac
  • salt

Method

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, combine the cubed chicken, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and a generous pinch of salt.

  2. 2

    Add the paprika, garlic powder, dried thyme, chili powder, cinnamon, and all-purpose flour to the bowl.

  3. 3

    Squeeze in the tomato paste, add the sour cream (or yogurt), and the juice of one lemon.

  4. 4

    Using your hands, mix everything thoroughly until the chicken is evenly coated in the marinade.

  5. 5

    Let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes, or longer for more flavor.

  6. 6

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  7. 7

    Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, alternating with chunks of white onion.

  8. 8

    Place the skewers on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

  9. 9

    Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.

  10. 10

    While the chicken is baking, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, minced garlic, chopped parsley, lemon zest, and sumac.

  11. 11

    Squeeze in the juice of one lemon.

  12. 12

    Stir well until all ingredients are combined and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  13. 13

    Once the chicken skewers are cooked, remove them from the oven.

  14. 14

    Drizzle the garlicky white sauce over the hot skewers.

  15. 15

    Garnish with extra fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

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