This is a quick, stovetop version of the Middle Eastern Chicken Shish that I came up with for those days when you are looking for a quick, light meal that can be ready in under an hour. The great thing is you can spend most of that time relaxing while the chicken is marinating ;).

You can definitely use this marinade and barbecue the chicken, but it is just as delicious from a sauté pan, meaning if you don’t have a grill, there’s no reason you can’t enjoy the tangy, tender flavors of traditional Chicken Shish.

Giving the chicken a quick sear at the end will mimic some of the browning and caramelization you get from a grill, so it will have a nice, deep flavor to it.

Serve it atop some pita bread and lightly sautéed onions with parsley, tomato and lettuce and you’ve got a satisfying, healthy meal that you’ll be coming back to time and time again!