Tatooine Sand Spice-Rubbed Grilled Chicken Skewers

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Juicy grilled chicken skewers rubbed with a warm blend of desert-inspired spices, perfect for a Star Wars-themed BBQ. This Mediterranean-inspired pizza recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, ground cumin, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 230 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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: 12 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 230 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cut 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs into 1-inch cubes and place in a large bowl.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil over the chicken pieces and sprinkle the spice blend evenly over them; toss well to coat all pieces thoroughly.
  4. Step 4: Thread the chicken cubes onto 8 wooden skewers, leaving a small space between each piece for even cooking.
  5. Step 5: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Lightly oil the grill grates.
  6. Step 6: Grill the chicken skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and exterior is nicely charred.
  7. Step 7: Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving with a cooling yogurt sauce or flatbread.

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