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Pieces of orange coloured chicken cubes on metal skewers on a piece of white parchment paper on a wooden cutting board with lemon wedges, a small bowl with a creamy white dip, sprinkled with chopped and whole parsley leaves on a blue and white tiled background with a taupe coloured tea towel at the side.
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Juicy Baked Chicken Skewers (25 Mins!)

Yield: 6 servings
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 25 minutes
Author: Amina Al-Saigh
These easy baked chicken skewers are perfectly seasoned and use a yogurt based marinade for extra juiciness. Pair with your favourite side and you have the perfect weeknight meal.
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Ingredients
 

  • 2 pounds chicken breast, cut into 1 inch pieces (or sub boneless thighs)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup whole milk yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice, approx. juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaaspoon lemon zest
  • 4 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Butter Baste (Optional)

  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes, or herb of liking

Instructions
 

  • In a medium sized bowl, combine the 2 pounds chicken breast pieces, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 cup whole milk yogurt, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1/4 cup lemon juice, 1 teaaspoon lemon zest, 4 cloves garlic , 2 teaspoons salt, 2 teaspoons paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon. Mix well, cover with plastic wrap and marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour, or overnight for maximum favour.
  • Preheat the oven to 450℉. Thread the chicken breast pieces on metal skewers. If using wooden skewers, soak them for 15 minutes before threading.
  • Place a piece of foil to cover the bottom of a large baking sheet and place a metal wire rack over top. Place the chicken skewers on top and bake for 13 minutes or until white on the inside. You may need to bake longer if your chicken pieces are larger, but do not over bake (check them at the 13 minute mark and add 1-2 minutes if required). For additional colour, broil for 5 minutes.
  • For the butter baste, combine the melted 3 tablespoons butter with the 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes and brush the chicken skewers just before broiling. This step adds flavour, moisture and colour.

Notes

  • Boneless skinless chicken thighs may be used instead of chicken breast.
  • If using wooden skewers, soak in water overnight to prevent them from burning while in the oven.
  • The butter baste is optional but highly recommended because it adds flavour, colour and moisture to the finished skewers.
  • Serve with simple sides like Arabic rice  or crispy potatoes and a salad.
Serving: 1serving, Calories: 286kcal, Carbohydrates: 3g, Protein: 33g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 7g, Trans Fat: 0.03g, Cholesterol: 101mg, Sodium: 994mg, Potassium: 620mg, Fiber: 0.3g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 75IU, Vitamin C: 7mg, Calcium: 38mg, Iron: 1mg
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