Brochetas de pollo marinadas en yogur y especias

Ingredientes

• 4 garlic cloves (finely chopped)
• 1 Tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 tsp sweet paprika
• 1 tsp dried Greek mint
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup Greek thyme honey
• 6 Tbsp extra virgin Greek olive oil
• Sea salt to taste
• 1 1/2 pounds skinned (boneless chicken breasts (3 breasts))
• 18 10- or 12-inch wooden skewers (soaked in water for 1 hour, or metal skewers)
• Freshly ground black pepper

Preparación

1. 1

   Combine the garlic, cumin, cayenne (if using), paprika, mint, and yogurt in a bowl. Stir in the honey and the 3 tablespoons of the olive oil. Blend well and season with salt.

2. 2

   Cut the chicken into 1-inch cubes. Place in a shallow dish in one layer and pour the marinade over them. Turn so that the meat is coated all over. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

3. 3

   You can either bake or broil (or grill) the skewers: For broiling, place on an oiled rack inside a large baking dish about 6 inches from the heat source, and broil for about 10 - 15 minutes, turning once, until golden and cooked through. Alternatively, place in an oiled pan in a preheated 400F/200C oven for 15 to 18 minutes, turning once, until golden and cooked through.