Description
These Turkish Chicken Kabobs are marinated in a flavorful blend of yogurt, spices, and citrus, then grilled to juicy perfection. Serve them with rice or pita bread for a delicious meal!
Ingredients
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Main Marinade:
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, chopped into 1 1/2-inch pieces
- 3/4 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- zest from one lemon
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 2 teaspoons sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground sumac
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried mint
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Additional:
- 1 large red onion, sliced into 1” pieces
- Optional garnish: pinch of sumac, 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, combine yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, paprika, salt, garlic powder, sumac, black pepper, dried mint, cumin, oregano, and cinnamon. Stir well.
- Marinate Chicken: Add chicken to the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated. Marinate for 25 minutes at room temperature or up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
- Prep Grill: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (375°F).
- Skewer: Thread chicken and onion onto skewers, avoiding overcrowding.
- Grill: Cook skewers for 4-7 minutes per side until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- Rest & Garnish: Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with optional toppings.
- Serve: Enjoy with rice or pita bread.
Notes
- Storage: Store cooked chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Cooking Tips: Brush grill grates with oil to prevent sticking. Use soaked wooden skewers if metal ones are unavailable.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 469 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 986mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 59g
- Cholesterol: 279mg