Spicy Za'atar Chicken Skewers (فحم مشوي بالزعتر الحار)

فحم مشوي بالزعتر الحار (Spicy Za'atar Chicken Skewers) is a popular Jordanian dish that is bursting with flavor. The combination of spicy za'atar and tender chicken makes for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Spicy Za'atar Chicken Skewers (فحم مشوي بالزعتر الحار)

Ingredients

  • 1 kg chicken breast, cut into cubes
  • 3 tbsp za'atar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp red chili flakes
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Wooden skewers, soaked in water

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the za'atar, olive oil, red chili flakes, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add the chicken cubes to the bowl and coat them evenly with the za'atar mixture. Marinate for 15 minutes.
  3. Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto the soaked wooden skewers.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and grill the chicken skewers for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked.
  5. Remove the chicken skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

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

Supplies

Grill Wooden skewers Bowl

Tools

Tongs Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the فحم مشوي بالزعتر الحار (Spicy Za'atar Chicken Skewers) with a side of rice, grilled vegetables, and a refreshing salad.

Tips & tricks

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

Cost

$15