Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Kebabs with Israeli Couscous

Marinating chicken in yogurt and exotic spices makes these chicken kebabs ultra-tender and unbelievably flavorful.

This recipe, and others like it, can be found in the article “These Grilled Chicken Recipes Might Utterly Revolutionize Your Cookouts.”

1 1/2 cups plain low-fat yogurt, divided

2 teaspoons garam masala (see Notes)

1 teaspoon Madras curry powder

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tablespoon plus 1 tsp. salt, divided

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1 1/2 pounds boned, skinned chicken breast, cut into 1 1/2-in. pieces

1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese

3 tablespoons minced red onion

1 teaspoon finely shredded fresh lemon zest

2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, divided

1 1/2 cups Israeli couscous (see Notes)

2 teaspoons olive oil

2 medium red bell peppers, seeded and cut into 1 1/2-in. pieces

Four 8-in. skewers

Step 1

Combine 1 cup yogurt, garam masala, curry powder, garlic, 1 tsp. salt, and pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, seal bag, and shake to coat. Let marinate 20 minutes at room temperature.

Step 2

In a small bowl, stir together remaining 1/2 cup yogurt, the feta, onion, lemon zest, and 1 tbsp. mint; set aside.

Step 3

Bring 2 qts. water to a boil and add 1 tbsp. salt. Add couscous and cook until tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Drain, return to pot, and add olive oil. Cover to keep warm.

Step 4

Thread chicken and bell pepper onto metal skewers and discard marinade. Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to medium-high (you can hold your hand 1 to 2 in. above cooking grate only 3 to 4 seconds). Grill kebabs, turning once, until chicken is browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes. Pile couscous on a platter, sprinkle with remaining 1 tbsp. mint, and arrange kebabs around it. Serve with yogurt-feta sauce.

Step 5

Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 569Calories from Fat 14

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.6g14%

Saturated Fat 3.5g18%
Cholesterol 114mg38%
Sodium 1275mg54%
Total Carbohydrate 64g22%

Dietary Fiber 3.4g14%
Protein 55g111%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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