Say hello to our juicy, savory, and delicious Chicken Shish Kebab. We made this grilled chicken marinated with a blend of flavorful spices. Whether you are hosting a backyard cookout or simply craving a delectable meal, these grilled chicken kebabs will bring true Middle Eastern flavors.

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- Preparation and cooking overview
- Chef's note
- 🍡🍗 Ingredients for this chicken shish kebab recipe
- Ingredient substitutions
- Additional ingredients
- Cooking tools required
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- How to make Chicken Shish Kebab: step-by-step guide
- Cooking methods
- Preparation steps
- Cooking instructions
- What to serve with chicken shish kebab?
- How to make it healthier?
- Time-saving tips
- What can I prepare ahead of time?
- Storage and reheating instructions
- Recipe wrap-up and conclusion
- Frequently asked questions
- 📖 Recipe
Preparation and cooking overview
Preparing these low-carb chicken shish kebabs is super easy! All you have to do is marinate the chicken overnight with our secret spice blend, slide them onto skewers, and pop them on the grill. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy your kebabs.
Chef's note
Have fun exploring different flavors! Add colorful bell peppers, red onions, or zucchini to the skewers for extra taste and variety. Feel free to get creative and personalize your chicken with vegetables of your choice!
🍡🍗 Ingredients for this chicken shish kebab recipe
Here is a list of simple ingredients to make these keto kebabs:

Ingredient substitutions
Additional ingredients
Have fun by adding some optional ingredients for a delicious meal!

Cooking tools required
To make this Chicken Shish Kebab recipe, you will need the following kitchen tools:
Tools substitute options

How to make Chicken Shish Kebab: step-by-step guide
Cooking methods
Preparation steps
- Gather and measure all the ingredients.
- If using an outdoor grill, make sure your grill is clean and ready to use.
Cooking instructions
Marinade the chicken
- Cut the chicken breasts into small, slightly larger than bite-size pieces.
- Combine the minced garlic, oregano, cayenne, salt, cumin, and tomato paste in a bowl.
- Add the plain yogurt to the bowl and mix well with the spices.
- Transfer the chicken cubes to the bowl with the marinade.
- Stir all the ingredients thoroughly, ensuring the chicken pieces are evenly coated with the marinade.
- Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 24 hours for maximum flavor infusion.

Grill the chicken kebabs
- Preheat a cast-iron pan over medium-high heat.
- Remove the marinated chicken cubes from the fridge and thread them onto skewers.
- Heat a cast-iron grill pan over medium-high heat and drizzle 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
- Cook the chicken skewers for approximately 8-10 minutes, turning them occasionally, until they are cooked and slightly charred.
- Enjoy the grilled chicken skewers as they are, or remove the chicken from the skewers and savor it that way. Optionally, pair them with your preferred keto sauce.



Chef's pro tip
When preparing kebabs, it's important to have your wooden skewers prepared in advance. Soak them in cold water for 30 minutes to prevent charring during grilling. For optimal results, grill the kebabs over medium heat. Once cooked, allow the kebabs to rest briefly. This allows the flavors to meld and intensify, resulting in a truly savory delight.
What to serve with chicken shish kebab?

How to make it healthier?
Time-saving tips

What can I prepare ahead of time?
Storage and reheating instructions
Storage tips

Reheating practices
Recipe wrap-up and conclusion
If you're a fan of chicken, our homemade Chicken Shish Kebab recipe is an absolute must-try. This Turkish cuisine is perfect for parties, joyful gatherings, picnics, or even a scrumptious next-day lunch. So, what's stopping you from embarking on this flavorful adventure?
If this recipe excites your taste buds and ignites your passion for cooking, we would greatly appreciate your support and comments. We would love to hear about your experience and any tweaks you made to enhance its deliciousness. So, don't hesitate—leave us a comment and let's keep the culinary conversation alive!

Frequently asked questions
📖 Recipe

Chicken Shish Kebab
Ingredients
- 1 pound skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon cayenne
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
Instructions
Marinade the chicken
- Cut the chicken breasts into small, slightly larger than bite-size pieces.
- In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, oregano, cayenne, salt, cumin, and tomato paste.
- Add the plain yogurt to the bowl and mix well with the spices.
- Transfer the chicken cubes to the bowl with the marinade.
- Stir all the ingredients thoroughly, ensuring that the chicken pieces are evenly coated with the marinade.
- Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 24 hours for maximum flavor infusion.
Grill the chicken kebabs
- Preheat a cast-iron pan over medium-high heat.
- Remove the marinated chicken cubes from the fridge and thread them onto skewers.
- Heat a cast-iron grill pan over medium-high heat and drizzle 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
- Cook the chicken skewers for approximately 8-10 minutes, turning them occasionally, until they are cooked and slightly charred.
- Enjoy the grilled chicken skewers as they are, or alternatively, remove the chicken from the skewers and savor it that way. Optionally, pair them with your preferred keto sauce.
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