Best Chicken Şiş | Shish Kebab Recipe That You Will Want to Make for the Rest of Your Life!

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: chicken thigh

💰Cheaper: turkey breast

Chicken thigh is juicier, while turkey is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while sunflower oil is more budget-friendly.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with lower calories, while sour cream is often less expensive.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika adds depth of flavor, while cayenne is usually cheaper.

Cut chicken thighs into six pieces longitudinally and vertically.

Puree one onion and let it sit to avoid the vapor.

Mix the puree onion with yogurt, salt, black pepper, cumin, olive oil, and crushed garlic to create a marinade.

Add a lot of water to the marinade and mix well.

Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator overnight.

Use metal or soaked wooden skewers to thread the chicken pieces.

Place the skewers on a preheated cast iron skillet to cook, ensuring the meat does not touch the bottom to retain moisture.

Cook the skewers for about 2-3 minutes, turning them frequently to ensure even cooking.

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