Mayo-Marinated Chicken Shashlik (Lithuanian Recipe)
These Mayo Marinated Chicken Shashlik Skewers are a summer BBQ must-have in Lithuania. With tender chicken thighs marinated in a tangy mix of mayo, onion, and lemon, this recipe brings all the flavors of a Lithuanian grill-out straight to your table. Whether you’re reconnecting with your roots or exploring new tastes, these skewers are sure to impress at your next cookout!
Equipment
- 4 large metal skewers
- BBQ Grill
Ingredients
- 600 g (1.4 lb) chicken thighs skinless and boneless
- 2 brown onions cut into wedges
- 60 g (¼ cup) mayonnaise
- ¼ lemon juice only
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cut the skinless boneless chicken thighs into long strips, about 3 cm (1-1¼ inch) wide (depending on the size of the chicken thighs, cut each into 2-3 strips).
- Place the onion wedges, chicken strips, mayo, lemon juice, oil and seasoning in a Tupperware box and mix everything well.
- Cover with a lid and place the chicken in the fridge for 6-12 hours to marinate.
- When your coals are hot, thread the skewers through the chicken as if you're stitching it with a needle, adding an onion wedge in between each chicken strip.
- Put the skewers on the BBQ grill and cook turning occasionally for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked through. To check if your chicken is cooked, cut into the thickest part of the thigh: if there's no pink (the juices run clear), it is ready to eat. Alternatively, use a kitchen thermometer: it should read 74°C (165°F).
- Using a fork, push the chicken off of the skewers and serve with your favorite bbq side dishes!