Description
This Chicken Tikka Kebab recipe is a flavorful and aromatic Indian dish perfect for grilling or roasting. Tender marinated chicken skewers with a blend of spices, yogurt, and citrus are a delicious addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Tikka Kebab:
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, vegetable oil, garlic, ginger, garam masala, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Add chicken cubes and coat well. Marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat and Skewer: Preheat grill or oven to 400°F. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving space between pieces.
- Grill or Roast: Grill kebabs for 12–15 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through and slightly charred. Alternatively, bake in the oven for 18–20 minutes and broil for a charred effect.
- Serve: Serve hot with naan, rice, and chutney.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- Adjust chili powder for preferred spice level.
- For a smokier flavor, baste with melted butter during grilling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Grilling, Roasting
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
