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Turkish Chicken Kebab

Ingredients (serves 4)

  • 1 kg boneless chicken thighs (cut into 3–4 cm cubes; thighs stay juicier than breast)
  • 3 tbsp thick plain yogurt
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika (or sweet paprika)
  • ½ tsp ground coriander
  • ½ tsp chili flakes (adjust to heat preference)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Method

  1. Make the Marinade
    In a bowl, mix yogurt, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and all spices.
  2. Marinate the Chicken
    Add chicken cubes, coat well, and cover. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight gives the best flavour).
  3. Skewer & Grill
    Thread the chicken onto skewers. Grill over medium-high coals (or a hot grill pan) until lightly charred outside (10–12 min, turning often).
  4. Serve
    Serve on a flatbread with chopped tomato and cucumber, drizzle tahini over the chicken with a little bit of chili oil.