INGREDIENTS
For the Chicken Kabobs
- 2 tsp paprika or hot paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp oregano
- Salt and pepper
- 2 lbs chicken and/or sirloin
- 1 red onion, sliced
- ½ cup olive oil
- 8 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 large limes, juice of
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into 2″ pieces
- 1 red onion, cut into 2″ pieces
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a small bowl, combine the paprika, thyme, nutmeg, cardamom, salt and pepper to make a spice mix. Generously coat the chicken cubes with the spice mix.
- Place the chicken cubes in a deep dish with the sliced yellow onions and olive oil. Combine the minced garlic and lime juice and add them to the chicken dish. Toss the chicken making sure it is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours or overnight.
- A few minutes before grilling, thread the chicken cubes, green peppers, red peppers and red onion onto wood skewers (skewers must be pre-soaked in water for at least 1 hour before using).
- Lightly oil and heat a gas grill on medium, covered. When ready, grill the kobabs on medium heat, turning occasionally, for 12-15 minutes, or until the chicken juices run dry.
- Serve the kabobs with a tzadziki sauce and pita bread.