Chicken Tikka Skewers
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Marinating time
30 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
223 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Indian
Chicken Tikka Skewers
Description
Chicken Tikka Skewers feature chicken breast pieces marinated in a yogurt-based blend with a mix of traditional tikka spices including paprika, cumin, and garam masala. The marinade imparts a mild heat balanced by citrus and creamy yogurt, tenderizing the meat. Along with red onion and yellow bell pepper chunks threaded alternately, the skewers are baked and grilled to develop browned, slightly crisp edges while maintaining juicy chicken. The cooking method allows for even cooking and a complex spice profile.
These skewers serve well alongside a fresh salad, cooling raita, and sweet mango chutney, creating a complementary array of textures and flavors from spicy and tangy to creamy and sweet. They make for a flavorful appetizer or a main dish when paired smartly.
For best results, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes or up to several hours to deepen flavor. Using soaked wooden skewers prevents burning in the oven. Cutting chicken pieces evenly ensures uniform cooking while allowing space between pieces helps them cook evenly without steaming. Adjust chili powder to suit spice preference.
Ingredients
Skewers:
- 600 g chicken breast cut in to chunks
- 1 red onion cut in to chunks
- 1 yellow bell pepper cut in to chunks
- 0.5 lemon (juice only)
- 4 tablespoon Greek yogurt 0% fat free
Tikka spice blend:
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin ground
- 2 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric ground
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chilli powder mild
To serve:
- mango chutney
- Raita
Instructions
- Put the chunks 600 g Chicken breast into a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix together 1 pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper,2 teaspoon Paprika,1 teaspoon Ground cumin,2 teaspoon Garam masala,1 teaspoon Garlic powder,1 teaspoon Ground turmeric,1 teaspoon Onion powder and 1 teaspoon Mild chilli powder.
- Add 4 tablespoon 0% Fat Free Greek yogurt, tikka seasoning and juice of 0.5 Lemon to the chicken.
- Mix well, cover and put in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Soak 8 wooden or bamboo skewers in cold water for 30 minutes.
- When the chicken has marinated, remove from the fridge. Preheat your oven to 200°C/180°C(fan)/400°F/Gas 6. Thread the chicken on to the skewers along with some chunks of 1 Red onion and 1 Yellow bell pepper.
- Place the kebabs on to a rack and put in the oven for 20 minutes, turning halfway through.
- Transfer to under the grill (broiler) at a medium heat for 10 minutes, turning after 5 minutes.
- Serve with a salad, Raita and some Mango chutney (all optional).
Notes
- Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes, preferably up to 4 hours, to enhance flavors.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before use to prevent burning while cooking.
- Cut chicken into similarly sized chunks so they cook evenly on the skewers.
- Do not overcrowd the skewers; pieces should be touching lightly but not squashed together.
- Increase chili powder in the seasoning for a spicier result.
- Optional additions include paneer cubes or crushed garlic for extra flavor in the marinade.
- This recipe can be adapted for cooking in an Air Fryer if preferred.
- Store leftovers refrigerated and consume within a few days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 223 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2skewers | |
| Calories | 223kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 203mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 740mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 745IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 66mg | 73% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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