Powered by Mom's Yummy Chicken Kebabs with Za'atar Recipe
Summer is almost here and there's nothing that says summer like a backyard get together. We have fond memories of all the backyard shindigs at our home and friends and family and of course all the food. One of our favourite things to make and eat are kebabs, they are so versatile, add chicken, add veggies, whatever you want and of course seasoning. A new favourite are these chicken kebabs with Za'atar Recipe. What is Za'atar you might ask?
Let me tell you this Chicken Kebabs with Za'atar Recipe is about to become your new favourite. Even better the Za'atar spice mix can be used on oh so many things from all your favourite veggies to other proteins too! Za'atar is a generic name used in the Middle East for an amazing blend of herbs. Usually it's a blend of dried thyme, oregano, marjoram, sumac, toasted sesame seeds, and salt. Like many ancient spice blends there are always variations and ours does have a slight variation. If you can't find Za'atar in a market near you for our Chicken Kebabs Za'atar recipe, you can easily blend your own and keep it in a jar to use whenever you want and you will want to use it a lot!As a side note "kebab" is the original wording usually as "shish kebab" but a lot of times here in North American it is referred to as kabob. Either way it's tantalizing chunks of meat on a stick and when you try our chicken kebabs with za'atar recipe you'll be in love. Feel free to add veggies onto your kebab for that grilled taste but this time we went with all chicken and served it on a bed of refreshing veggies for a yummy pairing.
Chicken Kebabs with Za'atar Recipe
Take your backyard or inside shindigs to a whole other level with this delectable Chicken Kebabs with Za'atar Recipe. The blend of aromatic spices with the grilled chicken is amazing and sure to please. After all who doesn't love easy to eat but oh so yummy food?!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 3 tablespoons za’atar seasoning
- 8 roma tomatoes, finely diced
- 2 large English cucumber, finely diced
- 1 cup flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
- 1 cup fresh mint, roughly chopped
- Juice from 1 lemon
- 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- For the Za'atar Seasoning (if you want to make your own you’ll have extra to use later)
- 6 tablespoon ground sumac
- 6 tablespoon dried thyme
- 6 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted
- 3 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
Instructions
- Soak kebab skewers in water for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Cut chicken breast into 1-inch cubes and place in a large bowl. Add 3 tablespoons olive oil and the za’atar seasoning and toss to coat. Let marinate for a few minutes, then place 5 or 6 pieces on each skewer.
- In a large bowl, add the tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, and mint. Add the lemon juice and remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil, then sprinkle with salt. Toss to combine and set aside.
- Prepare a grill to high heat and brush the grates with oil. Place the skewers over direct heat and cook on each side for 2 minutes, until thoroughly cooked. Serve on top of Israeli salad with a side of hummus.
Notes
Store the leftover Za'atar spice blend in a jar and use later on grilled or baked veggies like carrots! So delicious
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1 skewerAmount Per Serving: Calories: 520Total Fat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 129mgSodium: 2829mgCarbohydrates: 24gFiber: 8gSugar: 10gProtein: 52g
Please note that we can not guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information. They are a best guess calculation.
Have we tantalized your tastebuds yet, are you drooling just a little bit over this Chicken Kebabs Za'atar Recipe? If you try it let us know how you like it. Remeber to PIN this recipe for later!All this talk about our Chicken Kebab Za'atar Recipe has left me hungry. I think I need to have a backyard shindig this weekend so I have an excuse to make another batch. Who am I kidding I don't need an excuse and as they're so easy to make we can really have them any time! I hope you enjoy them as much as we do and hey they're healthy too right? Make sure to stop by our Recipes section for more delicious ideas like this Grilled Hawaiian BBQ Chicken With Homemade BBQ Sauce HERE.
Disclosure: I am participating in the Chicken Farmers of Canada campaign managed by SJ Consulting. I received compensation in exchange for my participation in this campaign. The opinions on this blog are my own.
I absolutely love the flavour of za’atar! I'm going to pin this one to try because I think it would taste amazing.
I have always loved any kind of kebabs but these chicken kebabs look amazing and very easy to make, I am going to get ingredients and try these, Yummy
Perfect I bought boneless chicken breast at the store a couple of hours ago. I wanted to fix something different saturday, and I have ever thing to make it.
These sound so quick , easy and delicious! I may just add the spices to this week's shopping list and give it a try this weekend!
I have never heard of Za'atar. I'm ordering it today. I'm glad you have links showing where it is for sale and for how much! We get bored with the same chicken, same few meals. Loving ideas to switch it up a bit!
I'm making kabobs tomorrow and I found this delicious recipe just in time! Thanks for sharing!
This is a recipe I definitely want to try! Looks delicious!
Chicken is my favorite food, I love this recipe and it looks very good and it's not that hard to make, I will try it next week, Great Recipe
This loos so yummy!!!
Love that it includes a variety of spices and it seems to be light and healthy! I will have to try this out at my upcoming bbq get together for sure.
These sound amazing, especially plated over the diced veggies.
Nice flavourful recipe perfect for summer
This recipe looks and sounds amazing. I know what we are going to cook for our 4th of July cook out. Thanks so much for the recipe.
Perfect for this weekend
Looks delicious. very healthy and easy
This looks delicious!
I haven’t tried the chicken kebab za’atar but it looks really good, and it’s definitely something I want to try.
These look so delicious ?
These look so yummy and I think my family would really enjoy them.
Recipes like these are easy for me to substitute vegan ingredients for those that require me to do so. I'm always on the lookout for new recipes to try. Thank you for sharing!
Za’atar is something I have never heard about. Your recipe looks quite good though. I like things nice and simple especially in warm weather.
This looks absolutely delicious!
I am always looking for new things to try so definitely happy to have this recipe to try now.
These look delicious! I think I could make these! 🙂
Looks so good and easy to make!
Yummy Chicken Kebabs With Za’atar Recipe seems terrific for the summer. I would love to make this for some relatives or guests.
These kabobs look delish!
You always have the best recipes. This one is no exception
This looks like a terrific summertime dinner. I like how it is finger food (kind of) and it sounds really tasty!
You always have the best recipes. This one is no exception, made these they are delicious.
I have been looking for healthy great recipes for the grill and these sound amazing. Heading to the grocery store tonight to get somethings I need and make these this week!
I love the sounds and look of the grilled hawiian bbq chicken. It looks very rich and saucy which is a great thing.
Looks delicious. Thanks for sharing the recipe. I can’t wait to make this.
These chicken kebabs look and sound amazing! I love that they are paired with fresh flavors and veggies! Kebabs are perfect for the Summer, and I love that the picky children can pick and choose what they want on their kebab! Def pinning this recipe!
These chicken kebabs look and sound amazing! I love that they are paired with fresh flavors and veggies! Kebabs are perfect for the Summer, and I love that the picky children can pick and choose what they want on their kebab!
I can’t wait to try these chicken Kebabs!
Amazing recipes! Simple, fast, and delicious! All this and the kitchen stays cool. Perfect summer recipes!
I've never made something like this. I think maybe I need to try!! Pinning for later...
That looks delicious.
We eat a lot of kebabs in the summer time. I always make it with a different marinade or spices. I can't wait to try this one!
This sure looks good. I've not yet tried a recipe with Za’atar this would be a good one to try.
I've been looking for some different recipes to add to my menu planning and this one sounds like a keeper. Can't wait to try it.
I've been looking for some new recipes to try on the grill. Thank you.
This looks like such a yummy and healthy salad for a summer evening. I like anything that goes with hummus.
Beautiful photo! And what a great recipe. Flavorful but healthy. I love sesame seeds and za'atar is a new favorite spice blend!
Looks amazing!
I've cooked a lot of different cuisines but I've never heard of Za’atar. I'll have to look for sumac because I've never used it before.
I can;t wait to try this recipe might try it on our fathers day cookout thanks for sharing
I can't wait to try these chicken Kebabs! This just sounds amazing! My family will love this!
I LOVE Za’atar & have made my own before! This recipe looks incredible - saving it!!!
Yum, these kebabs sound delicious! I am always looking for new ways to make chicken, thank you so much for sharing!
I have never tried za'atar. This looks so good. Thank you for sharing the recipe.
I have heard of Za’atar but I have yet to try it!
My brother made something similar to this but he used Cajun seasonings to make it. Would love to try this recipe out someday!
I’ve never heard about Za’atar seasoning. Sounds really yummy
This does sound tasty. I had never heard of za'atar before but it sounds like a blend I would like.
I love Middle Eastern food, but rarely cook it. I am really curious to make this Za’atar spice and this recipe.
I have never heard of Za’atar Seasoning. This looks so good!
I've never heard about Za'atar seasoning. Sounds really yummy. I think I'll give this a try!
This sounds so good. I have never heard of this sauce before. It sounds great. I can't wait to give this a try and see how my family likes it. Thank you for sharing
Looking good and tasty
This sounds perfect to try out on the grill this summer.
This recipe looks amazing. I would love to try this.
I love chicken kebabs! Great job on the pictures. They look so delicious! Thanks for sharing and thanks for the recipe! Will try this out.