Chicken Skewers With Yogurt-Cumin Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken Skewers With Yogurt-Cumin Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (10-inch) wooden skewers; 1 large red onion, cut into 8 wedges; 1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin, divided; 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided; 1 (6-ounce) carton plain fat-free yogurt; 1/2 cup finely chopped English cucumber; 1/4 cup chopped green onions (about 2); Cooking spray

Servings: persons

4 (10-inch) wooden skewers
1 large red onion, cut into 8 wedges
1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
1 (6-ounce) carton plain fat-free yogurt
1/2 cup finely chopped English cucumber
1/4 cup chopped green onions (about 2)
Cooking spray

1
Soak skewers in water 30 minutes.
2
While skewers soak, cut onion wedges in half lengthwise. Combine onion and next 3 ingredients in a large bowl. Add 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cover and marinate in refrigerator 15 minutes.
3
While chicken and onions marinate, combine remaining 1/2 teaspoon cumin, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper, yogurt, cucumber, and green onions in a bowl. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
4
Prepare grill.
5
Thread chicken and onions alternately onto skewers; discard marinade. Place skewers on grill rack coated with cooking spray. Grill 15 minutes or until chicken is done, turning often. Serve with yogurt-cumin sauce.

369

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (10-inch) wooden skewers, 1 large red onion, cut into 8 wedges, 1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces, 1 teaspoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Chicken Skewers With Yogurt-Cumin Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken Skewers With Yogurt-Cumin Sauce

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