Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken Breasts: 500g (boneless, skinless)
- Moroccan Spices Mix: 1 tablespoon (including cumin, cinnamon, turmeric, chili powder, and coriander)
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil: 3 tablespoons
- Fresh lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
- Fresh chopped parsley: 2 tablespoons
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the chicken: cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes.
- In a bowl, combine the Moroccan spices mix, olive oil, lemon juice, and chopped parsley. Mix well.
- Add the chicken cubes to the bowl and mix thoroughly to ensure all chicken pieces are coated with the spice mixture.
- Allow the chicken to marinate for 10 minutes.
- Preheat the grill or barbecue.
- Thread the chicken onto skewers, making sure the pieces are not too close together to allow for even cooking.
- Grill or barbecue the chicken skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning often, until cooked through and slightly charred on the edges.
- Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
- Serve immediately with your choice of side dish.
Nutritional Information: (per serving)
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Protein: 45g
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique flavor combination of Moroccan spices with grilled chicken.
- Skewers are a fun and visually appealing dish for any gathering.
- The dish is hearty and filling, perfect for a main course or as part of a larger meal.
User Comments:
- "The flavors were amazing! The combination of the spices and the grilled chicken was a great match." - John Doe
- "This dish was a hit with my family! The skewers were juicy and full of flavor." - Jane Smith
- "The dish was easy to make and turned out great! I will definitely make this again." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- If you can't find a specific Moroccan spice, you can substitute with another spice of your choice to adjust the flavor profile.
- Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 10 minutes to ensure the flavors are absorbed into the meat.