Easy Chicken Tikka Kebab (Printable Version)
Juicy chicken breast marinated in aromatic tandoori spices and grilled to perfection with fresh coriander garnish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 -
14 oz chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Tandoori Marinade
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1 thumb-sized piece ginger, peeled and grated (about 1.2 oz)
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3 cloves garlic, peeled and mashed into a paste
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½ teaspoon salt, plus a pinch for mashing garlic
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¼ teaspoon ground cumin
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1 tablespoon Kashmiri chili powder
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1 teaspoon garam masala
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½ teaspoon turmeric powder
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⅓ to ½ cup fresh coriander, finely chopped (about 0.5 oz)
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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2 tablespoons cooking oil
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¼ cup plain yogurt (about 2 oz)
→ Garnish
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Freshly chopped coriander
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 -
Cut chicken breast into 1-inch cubes for even marination and cooking.
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Mash garlic into a paste with a pinch of salt. Grate ginger finely. Combine garlic paste, grated ginger, salt, ground cumin, Kashmiri chili powder, garam masala, turmeric, chopped coriander, lemon juice, cooking oil, and yogurt in a bowl. Mix thoroughly to form the marinade.
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Add chicken cubes to the marinade and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, up to 24 hours for deeper flavor.
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If using bamboo skewers, soak in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning. Thread marinated chicken evenly onto skewers.
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Preheat grill to high. Place skewers under grill and cook 15-18 minutes, turning halfway. Confirm internal temperature reaches 165°F before serving. Use a blow torch to add char if needed.
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Lightly oil air fryer basket. Arrange kebabs in a single layer and air fry at 400°F for 12-16 minutes, turning once halfway. Confirm internal temperature of 165°F.
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Preheat oven to 450°F (400°F fan). Place skewers on wire rack over baking tray and roast 15-20 minutes. Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F. Optional blow torch sear for extra char.
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Heat BBQ with direct and indirect zones. Oil grate. Sear kebabs 1-2 minutes per side over direct heat. Move to indirect heat, cover, and cook 8-15 minutes until internal temp is 165°F.
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Garnish cooked kebabs with freshly chopped coriander. Serve immediately with preferred sides.
# Additional Notes:
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Marinate chicken for at least 4 hours for optimal flavor infusion.