Dairy-Free Shish Tawook Skewers

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Chicken Breast
• 0.25 cup Lemon Juice
• 0.25 cup Olive Oil
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
• 1 tbsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Oregano
• 0.5 tsp Thyme
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black Pepper
• 0.5 cup Dairy-Free Garlic Sauce (Toum)
• 4 pieces Pita Bread
• 1 cup Vegetables

Instructions

1. 1In a medium bowl, combine the 0.25 cup lemon juice, 0.25 cup olive oil, 4 cloves of garlic (minced), 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tbsp paprika, 1 tsp oregano, 0.5 tsp thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp black pepper. Whisk these ingredients together until well combined.
2. 2Add the 1.5 lbs of chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes, to the bowl with the marinade. Toss the chicken cubes thoroughly to ensure they are completely coated. Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
3. 3Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. For gas grills, this is typically around 400-450°F (200-230°C).
4. 4Carefully thread the marinated chicken cubes onto skewers. If using wooden skewers, ensure they have been soaked in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
5. 5Place the skewers on the preheated grill. Grill for 10-12 minutes, turning the skewers occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has developed light char marks. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).
6. 6Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, making the chicken more tender.
7. 7Serve the shish tawook skewers with the 0.5 cup dairy-free garlic sauce (Toum), 4 pieces of pita bread, and the 1 cup of vegetables. The vegetables can be grilled alongside the chicken if desired.

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