Joojeh Kabab (Iranian Grilled Chicken Skewers)
Tender, aromatic chicken skewers marinated in saffron, lemon, and yogurt, then grilled until charred. Served with rice and grilled tomatoes for an authentic Persian dinner.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 48g
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
- ¾ cup plain yogurt
- 1 whole lemon, juiced
- ½ medium onion, grated or minced
- ¼ tsp saffron threads, steeped in 2 tbsp warm water
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Combine yogurt, lemon juice, grated onion, saffron water, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- 2
Add chicken cubes to marinade, toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours, preferably 4.
- 3
Thread marinated chicken onto metal skewers, dividing evenly between 4 skewers.
- 4
Preheat grill to medium-high, about 400°F. Oil the grates lightly to prevent sticking.
- 5
Grill skewers 12–15 minutes, turning every 3 minutes, until edges char and chicken is cooked through.
- 6
Rest skewers on a plate for 2 minutes. Serve hot with saffron rice and grilled tomatoes.
Tools you’ll need
- large mixing bowl
- measuring spoons and cups
- 4 metal skewers (10-inch)
- charcoal or gas grill
- grill tongs
- meat thermometer (optional, target 165°F)
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