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Chicken Tikka Kebab - Easy Recipes for Grilled Perfection

Juicy grilled chicken tikka kebabs packed with bold spices. A healthy, easy recipe perfect for any dinner night.
Prep Time1 hour
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time1 hour 12 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
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Servings: 4 servings
Author: Betty

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Skewers, soaked if wooden

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together yogurt, lemon juice, oil, garlic, ginger, and all the spices.
  2. Add chicken cubes and coat well with marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally overnight.
  3. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  4. Thread chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving space between each piece.
  5. Grill skewers for 5-6 minutes per side or until the chicken is fully cooked and slightly charred.
  6. Serve hot with lemon wedges, naan, or salad.

Notes

For added flavor, grill over charcoal and serve with a cooling cucumber raita.