Grilled Chicken Tikka Skewers
User Reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Additional Time
1 d
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Total Time
1 d 30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
225 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer
Grilled Chicken Tikka Skewers
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These Chicken Tikka Skewers consist of tender pieces of boneless chicken breast, marinated in a curry spiced yogurt marinade, then grilled to perfection over your grill or smoker. Hugely popular in the Indian subcontinent, they are sure to become equally as popular in your home as well.
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Ingredients
- 3 chicken breasts
- 4 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoon kosher salt
Marinade
- 2 .3 ounce Containers Plain Yogurt
- 2 Tablespoon Garlic Squeeze or Paste
- 1 Tablespoon Ginger Squeeze or Paste
- 2 teaspoon cumin
- 2 teaspoon coriander powder
- 2 teaspoon sweet paprika or Indian Red Chili Pepper
- 2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- ½ Bunch cilantro
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cube the chicken and place in a bowl. Add the lemon juice and the salt and stir to combine. Let set while you prepare the rest of marinade.
- In a sperate bowl combine the yogurt with the garlic, ginger, cilantro, and spices. Add to the bowl with the chicken and marinade 8-48 hours. At least overnight is best.
- Prepare your grill or smoker for indirect heat and bring to 450 degrees. Grill the chicken until you reach and internal temp of 160 degrees (carryover temp will take it to 165 degrees). Flip the chicken every 5 minutes and rotate the skewers as needed to ensure even cooking. This typically takes 15-20 minutes, but may take longer depending on cooking conditions.
- Remove the chicken and cover with foil. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
225kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
6g
(2%)
Protein
37g
(74%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
109mg
(36%)
Sodium
1947mg
(81%)
Potassium
758mg
(22%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
631IU
(13%)
Vitamin C
11mg
(12%)
Calcium
49mg
(5%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 225 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 225kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 37g | 74% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 109mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 1947mg | 81% |
| Potassium | 758mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 631IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 49mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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