GRILLED CHICKEN SKEWERS IN A SPICED YOGURT MARINADE

4 cloves garlic
1 small onion, chopped
1 tbsp paprika
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp ground cardamom
1/4 tsp cayenne
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 cup plain lowfat yogurt
6 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in 1 1/2-inch cubes
olive oil
salt (to taste)
1 tsp fresh ground black pepper
chopped Italian parsley (for garnish)
lemon wedges (for serving)

Combine the garlic, onion, paprika, cinnamon, turmeric, cardamom, cayenne, lemon juice, and yogurt in a blender or food processor and process until combined. Place the chicken in a nonreactive bowl and toss with the marinade to coat well. Cover and refrigerate for 4 to 6 hours.

WHEN READY TO COOK:
Soak wooden skewers in waters for 30 minutes to prevent them from burning.

Preheat the broiler or grill. Thread the chicken pieces on the skewers, brush with a little olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Cook 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until opaque throughout.

Sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Servings: 6
Source: Home Food by Joyce Goldstein (Square One, San Francisco