Shawarma-Style Grilled Chicken Skewers

Prep time: 10 minutes + marinating time

Cook time: 10 minutes

Total time: 20 minutes + marinating time

Servings: 4

INGREDIENTS

For the chicken:
¼ cup Pompeian Smooth Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 teaspoons ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne powder
1 teaspoon turmeric
⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 ¼-inch cubes
Salt and pepper

For serving:
2 tablespoons roughly chopped parsley
1 lemon, cut into wedges
4 each pita loaves, warmed and quartered
1 (8 ounce) container prepared hummus

Instructions

  • In a large bowl combine olive oil, cumin, cinnamon, coriander, garlic, cayenne, turmeric and cloves. Add the chicken and stir to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least one hour and up to one day.
  • When ready to cook, preheat grill to medium-high heat or set a grill pan over medium heat. Clean the grates then coat grates or pan with oil.
  • Thread the chicken onto four 10-inch metal skewers, dividing evenly. Discard any remaining marinade. Season the skewers with salt and pepper.
  • Grill the chicken until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F), turning once, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Garnish with parsley then serve with lemon, pita and hummus

Made With

Pompeian Squeeze Smooth 25.4oz Frnt scaled