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Fenugreek Chicken Skewers

Juicy chicken skewers coated in a fragrant fenugreek and tomato sauce, with charred onion rings and a hint of spice. A quick weeknight dinner that feels special.

Total time
35 min
Servings
4
Calories
320
Protein
38g
Fenugreek Chicken Skewers
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Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb chicken breast
  • 1 cup fenugreek leaves
  • ½ cup plain yogurt
  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 large onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cut the 1.5 lb chicken breast into 1-inch cubes. In a bowl, mix the chicken with 1/2 cup yogurt, 3 tbsp tomato paste, 1 cup fenugreek leaves, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1 tsp salt. Let marinate for 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    While the chicken marinates, slice the 1 large onion into thick rings. Soak 8 wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes to prevent burning.

  3. 3

    Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers, pressing pieces together. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Grill the skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes, until the chicken is charred at the edges and cooked through (no pink inside).

  5. 5

    In the same pan, grill the onion rings for 3-4 minutes per side until softened and lightly charred. Serve the skewers over the onions, with extra fenugreek leaves if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • Grill or grill pan
  • 8 wooden skewers
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife and cutting board

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