Persian Style Chicken Kebab | Persian Chicken Kabob Recipe | Chicken Kobeda Kebab Recipe | FoodMania
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Originating from the rich culinary traditions of Persia, chicken kebabs are a staple in Iranian cuisine, often enjoyed during festive gatherings and family meals. The dish highlights the use of aromatic spices and fresh ingredients, showcasing the Persian love for grilling and outdoor cooking. Today, Persian chicken kebabs have gained popularity worldwide, often served with rice or flatbreads, making them a beloved choice for both casual and formal dining.
Ingredients
- ●chicken breast
- ●yogurt
- ●onion
- ●garlic
- ●lemon juice
- ●saffron
- ●cumin
- ●paprika
- ●salt
- ●black pepper
- ●olive oil
- ●tomatoes
- ●bell peppers
- ●skewers
- ●fresh herbs
Instructions
- 1Marinate chicken pieces in yogurt, grated onion, minced garlic, lemon juice, saffron, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and olive oil for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- 2Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- 3Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, alternating with pieces of tomatoes and bell peppers.
- 4Place skewers on the grill and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until chicken is cooked through and has grill marks.
- 5Check that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- 6Remove skewers from the grill and let rest for a few minutes.
- 7Serve with fresh herbs and rice or flatbread.
Ingredient Alternatives
yogurt
Healthier: Greek yogurt
Cheaper: sour cream
Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.
saffron
Cheaper: turmeric
Turmeric provides color and flavor at a lower cost.
olive oil
Healthier: avocado oil
Cheaper: vegetable oil
Vegetable oil is more affordable for grilling.
chicken breast
Cheaper: chicken thighs
Chicken thighs are cheaper and juicier.
Techniques
Equipment
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Ingredients
- ●1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- ●1/4 cup olive oil
- ●1/4 cup plain yogurt
- ●2 tbsp lemon juice
- ●4 cloves garlic, minced
- ●1 tsp ground cumin
- ●1 tsp ground coriander
- ●1/2 tsp turmeric
- ●1/2 tsp paprika
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●1/4 tsp black pepper
- ●1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- ●Skewers (wooden or metal)
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, combine olive oil, yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- 2Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and mix well to ensure all pieces are coated.
- 3Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for better flavor.
- 4Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- 5While the grill is heating, soak wooden skewers in water for about 30 minutes to prevent burning (if using wooden skewers).
- 6Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.
- 7Once the grill is ready, place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
- 8Remove the kebabs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- 9Serve the kebabs with rice, flatbread, or a fresh salad, and enjoy!
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●1 lb ground chicken
- ●1 medium onion, grated
- ●1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ●1 tsp salt
- ●1/2 tsp black pepper
- ●1/2 tsp turmeric
- ●1/2 tsp cumin
- ●1/4 tsp cinnamon
- ●1 tbsp olive oil
- ●4 skewers (soaked in water if wooden)
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, grated onion, parsley, salt, black pepper, turmeric, cumin, and cinnamon.
- 2Mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
- 3Cover the mixture and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for better flavor.
- 4Preheat your grill or broiler to medium-high heat.
- 5Divide the chicken mixture into 4 equal portions and mold each portion around a skewer, pressing it firmly to ensure it holds its shape.
- 6Brush the kebabs lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- 7Place the skewers on the grill or under the broiler, cooking for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice char.
- 8Remove the kebabs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- 9Serve the kebabs with rice, flatbread, or a fresh salad.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●2 lbs chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- ●1/4 cup olive oil
- ●1/4 cup plain yogurt
- ●1 large onion, grated
- ●4 cloves garlic, minced
- ●2 tbsp lemon juice
- ●1 tsp ground cumin
- ●1 tsp ground coriander
- ●1/2 tsp turmeric
- ●1/2 tsp paprika
- ●1/2 tsp black pepper
- ●1 tsp salt
- ●1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- ●Skewers (wooden or metal)
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, combine olive oil, yogurt, grated onion, minced garlic, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- 2Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and mix well to ensure all pieces are coated.
- 3Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for best flavor.
- 4Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- 5If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- 6Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.
- 7Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
- 8Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- 9Serve the chicken shish kebabs with rice, grilled vegetables, or flatbread.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- ●2 tbsp olive oil
- ●2 tbsp lemon juice
- ●2 tsp ground cumin
- ●2 tsp paprika
- ●1 tsp garlic powder
- ●1 tsp onion powder
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●1/2 tsp black pepper
- ●1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- ●1 bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- ●1 onion, cut into wedges
- ●Skewers (wooden or metal)
Instructions
- 1In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- 2Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and mix well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
- 3If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- 4Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- 5Thread the marinated chicken, bell pepper, and onion onto the skewers, alternating between the chicken and vegetables.
- 6Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
- 7Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- 8Serve the chicken kabobs with your choice of sides, such as rice or salad.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●2 lbs chicken breast, cut into strips
- ●1/4 cup olive oil
- ●1/4 cup lemon juice
- ●1/4 cup plain yogurt
- ●4 cloves garlic, minced
- ●1 tsp ground cumin
- ●1 tsp ground coriander
- ●1/2 tsp turmeric
- ●1/2 tsp black pepper
- ●1 tsp salt
- ●1/4 tsp saffron threads (optional)
- ●1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, yogurt, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to create a marinade.
- 2If using saffron, dissolve it in a tablespoon of warm water and add it to the marinade.
- 3Add the chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- 4Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- 5Remove the chicken from the marinade and thread the strips onto skewers.
- 6Grill the chicken skewers for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and slightly charred.
- 7Once cooked, remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
- 8Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- 9Serve with rice or flatbread and your choice of sides.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●500g ground chicken
- ●1 medium onion, finely chopped
- ●2 cloves garlic, minced
- ●1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ●1 tsp ground cumin
- ●1 tsp ground coriander
- ●1/2 tsp paprika
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●1/4 tsp black pepper
- ●1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- ●1 tbsp olive oil
- ●8 skewers (soaked in water if wooden)
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.
- 2Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to the mixture. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- 3Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 4Preheat your grill or broiler to medium-high heat.
- 5Once the mixture is chilled, take a handful of the chicken mixture and mold it around each skewer, forming long kebabs.
- 6Brush the kebabs lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- 7Place the kebabs on the grill or under the broiler, cooking for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through and have a nice char.
- 8Remove the kebabs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- 9Serve the Chicken Kobeda Kebabs with pita bread, fresh vegetables, and your favorite sauce.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●2 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- ●1/2 cup plain yogurt
- ●1/4 cup olive oil
- ●1 large onion, grated
- ●2 cloves garlic, minced
- ●1/4 cup lemon juice
- ●1 tsp saffron threads, dissolved in 2 tbsp hot water
- ●1 tsp ground cumin
- ●1 tsp ground coriander
- ●1 tsp salt
- ●1/2 tsp black pepper
- ●1/2 tsp turmeric
- ●Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, combine yogurt, olive oil, grated onion, minced garlic, lemon juice, saffron water, cumin, coriander, salt, black pepper, and turmeric.
- 2Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- 3Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- 4Thread the marinated chicken onto the soaked wooden skewers.
- 5Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
- 6Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- 7Serve the kebabs with rice, grilled vegetables, or flatbread, and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into cubes
- ●1 cup plain yogurt
- ●2 tbsp olive oil
- ●2 tbsp lemon juice
- ●4 cloves garlic, minced
- ●1 tsp ground cumin
- ●1 tsp ground coriander
- ●1/2 tsp turmeric
- ●1/2 tsp paprika
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●1/4 tsp black pepper
- ●1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- ●Skewers (wooden or metal)
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- 2Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and mix well to ensure all pieces are coated.
- 3Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
- 4Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- 5If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- 6Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
- 7Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
- 8Remove the kebabs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- 9Serve the kebabs with rice, flatbread, or a fresh salad, and drizzle with extra yogurt if desired.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●1 lb ground beef
- ●1 lb ground lamb
- ●1 onion, grated
- ●1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ●1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ●1 tsp salt
- ●1/2 tsp black pepper
- ●1/2 tsp turmeric
- ●1/2 tsp cumin
- ●1/2 tsp paprika
- ●1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- ●1/4 cup water
- ●skewers (soaked in water if wooden)
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, combine the ground beef and ground lamb.
- 2Add the grated onion, chopped parsley, chopped cilantro, salt, black pepper, turmeric, cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper to the meat mixture.
- 3Mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
- 4Gradually add water to the mixture, continuing to mix until the mixture is sticky and holds together.
- 5Divide the meat mixture into equal portions and mold each portion around a skewer, pressing firmly to ensure it adheres.
- 6Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- 7Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the kebabs are browned and cooked through.
- 8Remove the kebabs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- 9Serve the koobideh kebabs with rice, flatbread, and your choice of sauces or grilled vegetables.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●1 cup cooked quinoa
- ●1 cup grated zucchini
- ●1 cup grated carrots
- ●1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- ●1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ●1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ●1/4 cup chickpea flour
- ●2 cloves garlic, minced
- ●1 tsp ground cumin
- ●1 tsp ground coriander
- ●1/2 tsp turmeric
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●1/4 tsp black pepper
- ●1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, grated zucchini, grated carrots, chopped onion, parsley, and cilantro.
- 2Add the chickpea flour, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
- 3Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
- 4Form the mixture into kebab shapes or patties.
- 5Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- 6Cook the kebabs for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- 7Alternatively, you can grill the kebabs on a preheated grill for about 5-7 minutes on each side.
- 8Serve the kebabs with a side of fresh salad or in pita bread with tahini sauce.
- 9Enjoy your Vegan Persian Kebab!
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- ●1 lb beef sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
- ●2 tbsp olive oil
- ●2 tbsp lemon juice
- ●2 tsp garlic powder
- ●2 tsp onion powder
- ●1 tsp paprika
- ●1 tsp cumin
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●1/2 tsp black pepper
- ●1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- ●1 bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- ●1 onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
- ●Skewers (wooden or metal)
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- 2Add the chicken and beef cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
- 3If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- 4Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- 5Thread the marinated chicken, beef, bell pepper, and onion onto the skewers, alternating between the meats and vegetables.
- 6Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the beef reaches your desired doneness.
- 7Remove the kebabs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- 8Serve the kebabs with your choice of sides, such as rice, salad, or pita bread.
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