Delicious Moroccan Spiced Chicken Skewers Recipe

Enjoy the exotic flavors of Morocco with these delicious spiced chicken skewers. Marinated in a blend of fragrant spices, this dish is perfect for a backyard BBQ or a weeknight dinner. Serve with couscous and a side of tzatziki for a complete meal that will transport you to North Africa.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 lemon, juiced
• Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, turmeric, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well to create the marinade.
2. Add chicken cubes to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Thread marinated chicken cubes onto soaked skewers, leaving a little space between each cube.
4. Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
5. Serve hot with couscous and tzatziki sauce on the side. Enjoy!

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