Chicken Iskender
Chicken Iskender is a tantalizing Turkish-inspired dish that transforms simple ingredients into a richly flavored, restaurant-worthy meal. Featuring perfectly grilled, marinated chicken strips layered over warm, bite-sized pieces of pita bread, this recipe is smothered in a luscious tomato-butter sauce and topped with fragrant browned butter for an indulgent finish. The bold flavors of paprika, cumin, and garlic shine through, complemented by the creamy tang of Greek yogurt served on the side. Easy to prepare in under an hour, Chicken Iskender is perfect for a hearty family dinner or a special occasion. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this Middle Eastern classic is a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds. Keywords: Chicken Iskender recipe, Turkish chicken dish, pita bread with chicken, tomato butter sauce, grilled chicken meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breast
- 200 grams Greek yogurt
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 60 ml Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 100 grams Butter
- 250 ml Chicken stock
- 4 pieces Pita bread
- 10 grams Fresh parsley
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine 3 cloves of minced garlic, 60 ml olive oil, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 teaspoons of paprika, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of ground black pepper.
2. Cut the chicken breast into thin strips and add to the marinade. Mix well and cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
3. Preheat your grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken strips for about 5-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked and slightly charred.
4. In a saucepan, melt 50 grams of butter over medium heat. Add in 3 tablespoons of tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes. Slowly add 250 ml of chicken stock, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
5. In a small pan, melt the remaining 50 grams of butter until lightly browned and fragrant.
6. Warm the pita bread in the oven or on a skillet. Once warm, cut each pita into bite-sized pieces.
7. Assemble the iskender by placing the pita pieces on a serving platter. Top with the grilled chicken strips.
8. Pour the tomato sauce over the chicken and pita generously.
9. Drizzle the melted butter over the top and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
10. Serve immediately with Greek yogurt on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2843 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.8 g | 216% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.9 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 690 mg | 230% | |
| Sodium | 5687 mg | 247% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.0 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.3 g | ||
| Protein | 191.7 g | 383% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 373 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 2884 mg | 61% | |
*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.
