Chicken Dner Kebab
Experience the irresistible flavors of a homemade Chicken Doner Kebab, a mouthwatering dish that brings the authentic taste of Middle Eastern street food right to your kitchen. Made with tender, boneless chicken thighs marinated in a rich blend of Greek yogurt, olive oil, and aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, paprika, and cinnamon, this recipe delivers bold, perfectly seasoned flavor in every bite. The chicken is roasted to juicy perfection with a hint of char, then sliced into thin, succulent strips and served on warm flatbread or pita. Fill it with crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, sweet red onions, and a dollop of creamy garlic sauce or tzatziki for a satisfying wrap bursting with texture and taste. Ready in under an hour (excluding marinating time) and perfect for a family dinner or meal prep, this easy Chicken Doner Kebab recipe is a must-try for fans of global cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 800 grams Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 200 grams Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 teaspoons Ground coriander
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional for heat)
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 4 Flatbreads or pita
- 2 cups Lettuce (shredded)
- 2 Tomatoes (sliced)
- 1 Red onion (thinly sliced)
- (to serve) Garlic sauce or tzatziki
Instructions
Place the boneless chicken thighs in a large bowl.
In a separate bowl, prepare the marinade by combining Greek yogurt, olive oil, minced garlic, ground coriander, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, red chili flakes (if using), salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
Pour the marinade over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for best results.
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
Stack the marinated chicken thighs on a skewer (if available) or arrange them in a single layer on a baking tray lined with foil. If using a skewer, place it horizontally on the edges of a baking dish so that the chicken is suspended.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, turning halfway through, until the meat is fully cooked and slightly charred on the edges.
Once cooked, allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes, then slice it into thin strips using a sharp knife.
Warm the flatbreads or pita by lightly toasting them in a skillet or oven.
Assemble the doner kebab by placing a generous portion of sliced chicken on the flatbread. Top with shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, red onion, and a drizzle of garlic sauce or tzatziki.
Wrap the flatbread around the filling and serve immediately. Enjoy your homemade chicken doner kebab!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2960 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.4 g | 175% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.0 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 884 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 5770 mg | 251% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 172.0 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.9 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.7 g | ||
| Protein | 251.6 g | 503% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 548 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 22.9 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 3853 mg | 82% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
