CHICKEN KEBABS
These are an all time favorite of mine. I have made them for years and they just never get old. Instead, the recipe keeps getting perfected! They can be eaten as an appetizer or even a meal if wrapped in a warm tortilla/naan with some cilantro chutney! There is a cilantro overload in this dish (sorry my cilantro hating friends). Personally, I think kebabs taste better when spicy. But if you don’t like spice then I recommend using very little garlic, ginger, and green chilies ;).
EGG IS OPTIONAL
I bake them in the oven for about 30 minutes at 375 degrees and they come out perfect! No need to flip them. Just let them bake.
Skewing is also optional. If using wooden skewers, then dip them in water for 30 minutes prior to using. Otherwise, I recommend metal ones. Personally, they are more versatile and a long term investment.
TIPS
The measurements are for spicy kebabs. If you prefer your meals less spicy, then use less ginger, garlic, and chili peppers.
Let me know how it turns out when you make it! Hashtag #thecurrymommy when you make a recipe of mine. I love to hear about your experiences!
Recipe
A mixture of ground chicken and spices that are combined together and grilled, pan roasted, or baked to perfection.
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 tbsp fresh grated garlic
- 2 tbsp fresh grated ginger
- 2 tbsp fresh grated green chilis according to your spice tolerance (thai, serrano, jalapeno, etc)
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped cilantro
- 2 tbsp fresh chopped GREEN garlic (optional)
- 5 tbsp dried chopped onions (key ingredient and replacement for bread crumbs)
- 1 egg (optional)
- fresh grated turmeric (optional)
- salt
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 1 green chili pepper of your choice (thai, serrano, jalapeno, etc)
- salt
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OVEN BAKED CHICKEN KEBABS
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Make the mixture: mix all of the kebab ingredients together.
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Feel free to marinate for up to 2 days. I sometimes don't do this and it turns out just fine as well.
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Separate the mixture to make even quantity for each shape you will be making. You can make patties, meatballs, or original long shaped kebabs.
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Heat oven to 375 degrees.
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Put oil on your hands and form kebab shapes making sure each kebab is coated with a good amount of oil. (This is the time to roll them in the jalapeno, onion, cilantro, and red bell pepper mixture if you choose to do so.)
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Place each kebab on an oven roasting pan and cook for about 30 minutes.
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No flipping required, but the timing can vary depending on size of kebabs. It is best to cook until the center reaches 165 degrees.
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Once cooked, remove from the oven and serve hot.
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SERVING SUGGESTION: Serve as an appetizer with cilantro chutney or for dinner with hot roti, tortilla, naan, or rice. A onion salad and lemon wedge compliment this dish well.
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Blend cilantro, garlic, and green chilies together. Add it to the sour cream.
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Mix and serve generously 🙂
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The measurements are for spicy kebabs. If you prefer your meals less spicy, then use less ginger, garlic, and chili peppers.
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Skew the kebabs onto a skewer if
