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Cooking Made Easy with June: Syrian Chicken | 01/07/19

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Syrian Chicken

Cultural Context

Originating from the Levant region, Syrian Chicken is a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine, often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. The dish showcases a blend of aromatic spices that reflect the rich culinary heritage of Syria. Today, variations of this dish can be found in many parts of the world, often adapted to local tastes and ingredients.

SyrianSYmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 pounds chicken breasts
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon cumin
olive oil
lemon juice

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken

Chicken breast is leaner, while bone-in chicken is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is healthier.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is thicker and adds creaminess with fewer calories.

pita bread

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pita

💰Cheaper: tortillas

Whole wheat pita adds fiber, while tortillas are often cheaper.

1

Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.

2

Mix chicken with cinnamon, cumin, and olive oil to coat.

3

Add lemon juice to the chicken mixture.

4

Skewer the marinated chicken pieces.

5

Cook skewered chicken on the grill or in a frying pan.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

grillfrying panskewers

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Shawarma ChickenGrilled Chicken with Spices

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