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turkish kebab recipe chicken

Turkish Kebab Recipe Chicken: 6 Steps to Flavor Bliss

A simple and delicious Turkish kebab recipe using chicken.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into cubes
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Wooden skewers, soaked in water

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Add chicken cubes to the marinade and mix well.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  5. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.
  6. Grill skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through.
  7. Serve hot with rice or salad.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight.
  • Serve with yogurt sauce for dipping.
  • Use bell peppers and onions on skewers for added vegetables.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 1 hour
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Turkish
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 skewer
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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