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Grilled Chicken Shashlik Sticks with Colorful Vegetables: A Flavorful Delight

Here’s a simple recipe for chicken shashlik sticks with vegetables:

Chicken Shashlik Sticks with Vegetables Recipe:

Ingredients:

For the Marinade:

  • 500g boneless chicken, cut into cubes
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Shashlik Sticks:

  • Bell peppers (red, green, and yellow), cut into chunks
  • Red onions, cut into chunks
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Mushrooms, cleaned
  • Skewer sticks

For Basting:

  • Olive oil
  • Lemon juice
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Marinade:
    • In a bowl, mix together yogurt, olive oil, tomato paste, minced garlic, grated ginger, paprika, cumin powder, coriander powder, salt, and pepper.
    • Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight for maximum flavor.
  2. Assemble the Shashlik Sticks:
    • Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat.
    • Thread the marinated chicken cubes, bell pepper chunks, red onion chunks, cherry tomatoes, and mushrooms onto the skewer sticks, alternating between the ingredients.
  3. Grill the Shashlik Sticks:
    • Place the assembled shashlik sticks on the preheated grill or in the oven.
    • Grill for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
  4. Baste and Garnish:
    • In a small bowl, mix olive oil and lemon juice. Baste the shashlik sticks with this mixture during the last few minutes of grilling.
    • Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
  5. Serve:
    • Once cooked, remove the shashlik sticks from the grill or oven.
    • Serve the chicken shashlik sticks with rice, couscous, or flatbreads. You can also serve with a side of yogurt sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.

Enjoy your delicious and flavorful chicken shashlik sticks with vegetables!

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