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Delicious Chicken Tikka Kebab served with fresh herbs and spices

Chicken Tikka Kebab

Flavor-packed Chicken Tikka Kebabs marinated with vibrant Indian spices, perfect for gatherings or family dinners.
Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Marinade
  • 400 g Chicken Breast Cut into 2-3cm cubes
  • 35 g Ginger Thumb-sized piece, grated
  • 3 cloves Garlic Mashed into a paste
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 tablespoon Kashmiri Chili Powder Adjust based on heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
  • ½ teaspoon Turmeric
  • 15 g Fresh Coriander Finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 2 tablespoons Cooking Oil
  • 50 g Yoghurt Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • to taste Freshly chopped coriander For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the chicken breast into 2-3cm (about 1 inch) cubes for even cooking.
  2. Finely chop the fresh coriander for added freshness.
  3. Peel the garlic and mash it into a paste, using a pinch of salt to help.
  4. Grate the ginger and combine it with the coriander, garlic, and all remaining marinade ingredients.
  5. Mix well, then add the chicken cubes, ensuring they’re well coated. Cover and marinate for at least 4 hours (up to 24 hours for maximum flavor).
  6. If using bamboo skewers, soak them in water for half an hour to prevent burning.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your grill to its hottest setting. Place the kebabs beneath the grill.
  2. Cook for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 73°C (165°F).
  3. Optionally, enhance the char with a quick blow torch blast for that authentic grilled flavor.
  4. For air frying, preheat to 200°C (400°F) and cook for 12-16 minutes.
  5. If baking, preheat the oven to 220°C (450°F) or 200°C (400°F), and bake for 15-20 minutes on a wire rack placed over a baking tray.
  6. For barbecuing, use direct heat for searing followed by indirect heat for cooking through.

Notes

Store leftover kebabs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat ensuring the internal temperature reaches 73°C (165°F).