Moroccan Spiced Grilled Chicken Skewers (Brochettes de Poulet aux Épices Marocaines)

This Brochettes de Poulet aux Épices Marocaines recipe is a delightful dish that brings the flavors of Morocco to your table. These Moroccan Spiced Grilled Chicken Skewers are packed with aromatic spices and are perfect for a summer barbecue or a special dinner.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Moroccan Grilled Chicken Skewers
Moroccan Spiced Grilled Chicken Skewers (Brochettes de Poulet aux Épices Marocaines)

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs (700g) chicken breast, cut into cubes
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the paprika, cumin, ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
  2. Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and coat them well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto skewers.
  5. Grill the skewers for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice char.
  6. Serve the Brochettes de Poulet aux Épices Marocaines with lemon wedges and your choice of side dishes.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
5g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Grill Skewers Bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the Brochettes de Poulet aux Épices Marocaines with couscous, a fresh salad, and a side of tzatziki for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, squeeze some fresh lemon juice over the grilled chicken skewers before serving.

Cost

$15