Indulge in the savory delights of Cart Chicken, a mouthwatering grilled dish inspired by bustling food carts worldwide.
Ingredients:
For the marinade:
- 1.5 lbs (about 700g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to your preferred level of spiciness)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the sauce:
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- To begin with, in a bowl, whisk together all the marinade ingredients until well combined For Cart Chicken.
- Next, cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and add them to the marinade. Toss the chicken in the marinade until it’s evenly coated. For the best flavor, cover the bowl with plastic wrap or put the mixture in a ziplock bag and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight.
- While the chicken is marinating, it’s time to prepare the sauce. In a separate bowl, combine all the sauce ingredients and mix well. Then, cover and refrigerate it until serving time.
- When you’re ready to cook the chicken, preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Now, thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers and proceed to grill the chicken skewers for about 5-6 minutes per side or until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice charred appearance.
- Once the chicken skewers are done, remove them from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
- Finally, serve the Cart Chicken with the prepared sauce on the side, along with some pita bread, rice, or a fresh salad.
In conclusion, enjoy your homemade Cart Chicken with the flavorful and tangy sauce for a delicious and satisfying meal!
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