Delicious Chicken Tikka Skewers
Fire up the grill and treat your taste buds to the vibrant flavors of these *Delicious Chicken Tikka Skewers*! Tender, bite-sized chunks of boneless chicken thighs are marinated in a fragrant blend of yogurt, garlic, ginger, and warming spices like cumin, garam masala, and paprika, then charred to perfection on skewers. The addition of lemon juice adds a zesty brightness, while a hint of red chili powder gives just the right amount of heat. Quick to prepare and bursting with authentic Indian flavors, these skewers are perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner or as a show-stopping appetizer at your next barbecue. Serve them with fresh mint chutney, salad, or warm naan bread for a complete, irresistible meal. Perfectly juicy, smoky, and aromatic, these chicken tikka skewers will leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Boneless chicken thighs
- 150 grams Plain yogurt
- 2 teaspoons Garlic paste
- 2 teaspoons Ginger paste
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garam masala
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 6 pieces Skewers
Instructions
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized chunks of about 1.5 inches.
In a large bowl, mix the plain yogurt, garlic paste, ginger paste, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, garam masala, turmeric powder, red chili powder, lemon juice, vegetable oil, and salt to form a smooth marinade.
Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and mix well to ensure the chicken is thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent them from burning during cooking.
Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, leaving a small gap between each piece for even cooking.
Preheat your grill or broiler to medium-high heat. If cooking on a grill, lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Place the skewers on the grill or under the broiler and cook for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken pieces are cooked through and have a nice char on the edges.
Remove the skewers from the heat and let them rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Serve the chicken tikka skewers hot with mint chutney, a side of salad, or naan bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2156 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.5 g | 165% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.9 g | 169% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 742 mg | 247% | |
| Sodium | 5221 mg | 227% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.9 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.8 g | ||
| Protein | 201.8 g | 404% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 552 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 3295 mg | 70% | |
*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.
