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Flavorful Turkish Tavuk Sis with Sumac and Parsley Marinade

Name: Flavorful Turkish Tavuk Sis with Sumac and Parsley Marinade
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Olive oil, 3 tablespoons; Lemon juice, 2 tablespoons; Sumac, 1 tablespoon; Garlic, 3 cloves, minced; Ground cumin, 1 teaspoon; Paprika, 1 teaspoon; Salt, To taste; Black pepper, To taste; Boneless, skinless chicken thighs, 1 pound, cut into 1-inch pieces; Onion, 1 large, grated; Wooden or metal skewers, Soak in water for 30 minutes if wooden; Fresh parsley, Chopped; Lemon wedges

Juicy chicken pieces marinated in a Turkish-inspired blend, skewered, and grilled to perfection.

4.1(147 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·September 25, 2025

Flavorful Turkish Tavuk Sis with Sumac and Parsley Marinade — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Marinade

For the Chicken

For the Skewers

For the Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 275 kcal
Protein: 20.9 g
Carbs: 6.8 g
Fat: 19.5 g
Fiber: 1.2 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1099 kcal
Protein: 83.5 g
Carbs: 27.2 g
Fat: 77.9 g
Fiber: 4.6 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Olive oil 3 tablespoons	360	0	0	40.5	0
Lemon juice 2 tablespoons	8	0	2.5	0	0.2
Sumac 1 tablespoon	11	0.3	2.8	0.3	0.8
Garlic 3 cloves, minced	13	0.6	3	0	0.2
Ground cumin 1 teaspoon	8	0.4	0.9	0.5	0.4
Paprika 1 teaspoon	6	0.3	1.2	0.3	0.6
Salt To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Black pepper To taste	1	0	0.4	0.1	0.1
Boneless, skinless chicken thighs 1 pound, cut into 1-inch pieces	624	80	0	36	0
Onion 1 large, grated	63	1.8	14.9	0.2	2.9
Wooden or metal skewers Soak in water for 30 minutes if wooden	0	0	0	0	0
Fresh parsley Chopped	1	0.1	0.2	0	0.1
Lemon wedges	4	0	1.3	0	0.3

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Chicken

1
Combine the marinade
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, sumac, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2
Add chicken and onion
Add the chicken pieces and grated onion to the marinade, mixing well.
3
Chill
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.

Preparing the Skewers

1
Soak skewers
Soak wooden skewers in water to prevent burning if using.
2
Thread chicken
Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, leaving some space between each piece.
3
Preheat grill
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Tip: Ensure the grill is well-oiled to prevent sticking. For extra flavor, brush the skewers with leftover marinade before grilling.

How to Make Flavorful Turkish Tavuk Sis with Sumac and Parsley Marinade

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Grilling
Place skewers on the grill, turning occasionally to cook evenly.
2
Checking Doneness
Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
3
Resting
Allow the skewers to rest for 5 minutes after removing from the grill.