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Shish Tawook With Yogurt & Garlic

Name: Shish Tawook
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 600 g chicken breast cubes; 1/2 cup yogurt; 4 garlic cloves; Juice of 1 lemon; 1 tbsp tomato paste; 1 tbsp paprika; 1/2 tsp cumin; 1 tbsp olive oil; Salt and pepper

By the Healthy Plate team

Shish tawook is one of the best-known Levantine grills. We marinate in yogurt so it stays tender, then grill or oven-roast it.

Why it’s healthy

Lean chicken breast
Yogurt tenderises with no oil
Grilled, not fried

Shish Tawook

15 min (+ marinade)Prep

15 minCook

4Servings

330kcal

Ingredients

600 g chicken breast cubes
1/2 cup yogurt
4 garlic cloves
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp paprika
1/2 tsp cumin
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper

Method

Mix the marinade and soak the chicken at least 4 hours.
Thread the chicken onto skewers.
Grill or roast at 220°C for 15 minutes, turning.
Serve with light garlic sauce, salad and wholegrain bread.

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Tip

Don’t overcook — chicken breast dries out quickly.

The secret to tenderness

The yogurt-lemon marinade tenderises the meat. Don’t go beyond 12 hours or it gets too soft.

Serving

With yogurt garlic sauce
With brown rice and salad
In wholegrain bread with pickles

Frequently asked questions

Can I make it in the oven?

Yes at top heat with the grill function.

Can I use thighs?

Yes — more tender and a bit higher in calories.

Is it halal?

Yes, all ingredients are 100% halal.

⚠️ For general education only. If you have a health condition or allergy, consult your doctor.