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