Flavorful Homemade Chicken Kabab Recipe

When tantalizing your taste buds, few dishes can match the explosion of flavors that Homemade Chicken Kababs offer. Succulent, boneless, skinless chicken thighs are marinated perfectly, threaded onto skewers with vibrant red onions, and grilled to golden brown perfection. In this culinary adventure, we’ll guide you through a step-by-step process to create these mouthwatering delights in the comfort of your kitchen.

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup yogurt
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Zest one lemon
• Juice of one lemon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• Red onions (for threading onto skewers)

Instructions:

Make the Marinade:

1. In a medium bowl, combine yogurt, olive oil, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, red pepper flakes, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
2. Stir the ingredients until well combined, forming a rich, aromatic marinade.

Prep the Chicken and Thread onto Skewers:

3. Trim any excess fat and gristle from the chicken thighs.
4. Cut the chicken into bite-size pieces.
5. Thread the chicken pieces onto skewers, alternating with slices of red onions.
6. If you’re using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent charring on the grill.

Marinate the Chicken:

7. Place the skewers on a foil-lined baking sheet.
8. Brush the marinade generously over the meat, ensuring each piece is well coated.
9. Cover the skewers and let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours or overnight.

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Grill the Kabobs:

10. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and grease the grates well.
11. Remove the marinated chicken skewers from the refrigerator and let them enter room temperature.
12. Grill the kabobs until the chicken is cooked and has a golden brown exterior, occasionally turning for even cooking.

Conclusion:

There you have it – a delightful and aromatic homemade chicken kabab recipe that will impress your family and friends. Fire up your grill, gather ingredients, and embark on a flavorful journey with these homemade chicken kababs, perfect for those passionate about Food and Dieting. The combination of spices, the chicken’s tenderness, and the grill’s smokiness create a culinary masterpiece that will have everyone returning for seconds. Your taste buds will thank you!