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Homemade Chicken Adana Kebabs (Turkish Recipe)

The succulent, juicy Turkish kebab dish that is easy to make at home in just 30 minutes with ground chicken and a blend of seasonings. A simple dish but packed full of flavor. Ideal for grilling season.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 136 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Turkish

Ingredients

  • 1.1 lb or 500 gram finely minced chicken mixed with fat around 15% fat content for the best result
  • 1 teaspoon garlic paste
  • ½ teaspoon fresh green chili minced
  • 1 medium onion peeled and grated
  • 1 medium red bell pepper or long red sweet pepper grated
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • ½ cup fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • oil for grilling

Instructions

Prepare the Kebab Mixture
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  1. Grate the onion and red bell pepper and squeeze out all the juices.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken with grated onion and pepper, garlic, green chili, salt, paprika, red chili flakes, and chopped parsley.
  3. Knead the mixture thoroughly for a couple of minutes until all the ingredients are fully incorporated and form a dough-like mass.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate it for at least an hour or upto overnight to develop the flavor.
Assembling
  1. Divide the chicken mixture into equal portions.
  2. Keep a bowl of chilled water next to you while assembling.
  3. Wet your palm in chilled water. Take each portion and mould it around a metal skewer, forming a long, slightly flattened sausage-like shape.
Grill the kebabs
  1. Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high.
  2. Once it is hot, brush a little oil, and place the skewers on it.
  3. Cook for about 5-6 minutes, turning them a few times, until the kebabs are lightly browned, and some charred spots appear. Make sure not to overcook them.
Serve
  1. Serve the chicken adana kebabs hot or warm with your choice of accompaniment.

Notes

  • Chicken: you will need finely minced chicken with around 15% fat content for the best result. The chicken should be smooth while still retaining some texture.
  • Chicken: you will need finely minced chicken with around 15% fat content for the best result. The chicken should be smooth while still retaining some texture.
  • Red bell pepper: An essential ingredient in Turkish-style kebabs. Whether you choose red bell pepper or long red sweet pepper, both options work.
  • Red bell pepper: An essential ingredient in Turkish-style kebabs. Whether you choose red bell pepper or long red sweet pepper, both options work.
  • Green chili and red chili flakes: fresh green chili and red pepper flakes will give your kebabs some heat and flavor. Feel free to adjust the amount according to your preferred level of spiciness.
  • : fresh green chili and red pepper flakes will give your kebabs some heat and flavor. Feel free to adjust the amount according to your preferred level of spiciness.
  • Skewers: If you don't have flat skewers, you can use three to four round wooden skewers that have been soaked in water. Align them side by side on a flat surface and tightly wrap them with aluminium foil, ensuring it securely holds the skewers together. This can be used as a substitute for a single flat skewer.
  • If you don't have flat skewers, you can use three to four round wooden skewers that have been soaked in water. Align them side by side on a flat surface and tightly wrap them with aluminium foil, ensuring it securely holds the skewers together. This can be used as a substitute for a single flat skewer.

Nutrition Information

Calories 136kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 15g (30%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 72mg (24%) Sodium 450mg (19%) Potassium 547mg (16%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 1306IU (26%) Vitamin C 34mg (38%) Calcium 21mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 136

% Daily Value*

Calories 136kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 15g 30%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 72mg 24%
Sodium 450mg 19%
Potassium 547mg 12%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 1306IU 26%
Vitamin C 34mg 38%
Calcium 21mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.