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Chicken Shish Kebabs

Cultural Context

Chicken shish kebabs, a popular dish in Turkish cuisine, are often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. The dish showcases the rich flavors of marinated chicken grilled to perfection, embodying the essence of outdoor cooking. Globally, variations of shish kebabs can be found, reflecting local ingredients and flavors, making it a beloved dish across many cultures.

TurkishTRmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
400 grams boneless chicken
3 tablespoons yogurt
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon ginger paste
1 tablespoon olive oil
lemon juice from 1 lemon
1 tablespoon tomato paste

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken thighs are more flavorful and often less expensive than breast.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a budget-friendly alternative.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is healthier while sour cream is a cost-effective swap.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: carrots

Carrots provide a crunchy texture at a lower cost.

1

Cut 400 grams of boneless chicken into cubes.

2

In a bowl, mix together 3 tablespoons of yogurt, 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon of ginger paste, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and the juice of 1 lemon to create a marinade.

3

Add 1 tablespoon of tomato paste to the marinade and mix well.

4

Coat the chicken pieces thoroughly with the marinade, ensuring they are well covered.

5

Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate for at least 4 hours.

6

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.

7

Place the marinated chicken on a baking tray.

8

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

baking traymixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Shish KebabChicken Kebabs

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