Keto Chicken Shawarma Skewers

Keto Chicken Shawarma Skewers are a flavorful and aromatic Lebanese dish featuring marinated chicken grilled to perfection. These skewers are low in carbs, making them a delightful snack for anyone following a ketogenic diet.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 400 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Greek yogurt - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Ground paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Ground turmeric - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Wooden skewers - 4 pieces, soaked in water

Steps

1. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
2. In a separate bowl, combine olive oil, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to create the marinade.
3. Pour the marinade over the chicken pieces, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best flavor).
4. Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
5. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked wooden skewers.
6. Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
7. Remove from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 45 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.

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