Turkish Chicken Kebabs Recipe
Turkish Chicken Kebabs, an epicurean journey for your palate, is a marvel of succulent chicken, infused with a medley of spices, threaded onto skewers, and expertly grilled to tender perfection.
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 1 pound 450 grams boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 2.5 cm)
Marinade:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of red pepper flakes optional
Other:
- 12 wooden skewers soaked in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning
- Bell peppers onions, cherry tomatoes, or other vegetables of your choice, cut into chunks (optional)
- Plain yogurt or hummus for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Add the chicken cubes and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours for maximum flavor.
- Prepare the skewers: While the chicken marinates, soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning. If using vegetables, thread them onto the skewers along with the chicken pieces, alternating between chicken and vegetables for even cooking.
- Preheat the grill or broiler: Preheat your grill or broiler to medium-high heat.
- Grill or broil the kebabs: Grill or broil the kebabs for 8-10 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Be sure to turn them halfway through cooking so they brown evenly.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the kebabs hot with plain yogurt, hummus, or your favorite sides.
Notes
- You can marinate the chicken for up to 24 hours for even deeper flavor.
- Double the marinade recipe if you have more than 1 pound of chicken.
- Feel free to adjust the spices to your taste.
- Use chicken thighs for a richer flavor, but they may take a few minutes longer to cook.
- For extra smoky flavor, you can sprinkle the kebabs with smoked paprika before grilling.
- If you don't have a grill or broiler, you can bake the kebabs in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
- I hope these easy-to-understand instructions help you make delicious Turkish Chicken Kebabs!