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Turkish kebab recipe chicken: Discover the secret today!


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A delicious Turkish chicken kebab recipe featuring marinated chicken breast, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices, perfect for grilling.


Ingredients

  • 🍗 Chicken breast – 500 grams, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 🛢️ Olive oil – 3 tablespoons
  • 🧄 Garlic – 3 cloves, minced
  • 🥛 Yogurt – 200 grams (plain, unsweetened)
  • 🍋 Lemon juice – 2 tablespoons
  • 🌶️ Paprika – 1 tablespoon
  • 🌿 Cumin – 1 teaspoon
  • 🧂 Salt – to taste
  • 🧂 Pepper – to taste
  • 🥒 Bell peppers – 1 cup, cut into chunks (any color)
  • 🧅 Onion – 1 medium, cut into chunks
  • 🌿 Fresh parsley – for garnish
  • 🥢 Skewers – wooden or metal (if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before use)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken by combining olive oil, minced garlic, yogurt, lemon juice, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Add chicken pieces and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  2. Prepare the skewers by soaking wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes. Cut bell peppers and onion into chunks.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (or oven to 200°C/400°F). Thread marinated chicken and vegetables onto skewers.
  4. Grill the skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 75°C/165°F). Let rest before serving.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with pita bread, rice, or salad, along with sauces like tzatziki.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
  • Ensure even cooking by not overcrowding the skewers.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
  • Experiment with different vegetables and spices for variety.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Turkish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 skewer
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Turkish chicken kebab, grilled chicken, kebab recipe, marinated chicken