Grilled Hidden Files Chicken Skewers with Spiced Yogurt Dip

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Juicy grilled chicken skewers marinated in aromatic spices paired with a cooling spiced yogurt dip, perfect for a light meal or appetizer. This Mediterranean-inspired grilling recipe (gluten free, high protein), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs olive oil, ground cumin, ground coriander for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers.
  4. Step 4: Grill the chicken skewers for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through and slightly charred at the edges.
  5. Step 5: Meanwhile, prepare the spiced yogurt dip by combining 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, and 1 tsp lemon zest in a small bowl. Mix well.
  6. Step 6: Serve the grilled chicken skewers warm with the chilled spiced yogurt dip on the side.

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