How to Make Jujeh Kabob (Persian Chicken Kabobs) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Jujeh kabob, also known as Persian chicken kabobs, is a traditional Iranian dish that is widely loved for its tender, juicy, and flavorful chicken. This dish is a staple in Persian cuisine and is often served at special occasions, gatherings, and celebrations.

What sets jujeh kabob apart from other chicken kabob recipes is the unique blend of spices and marinade used to flavor the chicken. The marinade typically includes ingredients such as yogurt, saffron, lemon juice, and a variety ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 medium onion, sliced thin
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ⅓ teaspoon crushed saffron
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • metal skewers

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 6 hrs
  • Total Time: 6 hrs 25 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 12 kabobs

  • Combine onion, lime juice, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and saffron in a large glass bowl. Mix in olive oil. Press chicken into the bowl lightly and cover with plastic wrap. Let marinate for 6 hours to overnight, mixing every few hours to make sure chicken is coated.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken from the bowl, shake off excess marinade, and discard marinade left in the bowl. Place chicken onto metal skewers, making sure it's not too tightly packed.
  • Cook skewers on the preheated grill until chicken is browned and no longer pink in the center, turning as needed, 10 to 15 minutes total.
  • Nutrition

    346 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 129mg
    • Sodium: 1277mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 48g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 45mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 460mg