Ingredients:
– 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– Juice of 1 lemon
– 1 tablespoon tomato paste
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon ground coriander
– 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
Instructions:
1. **Marinate the Chicken:**
– In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, tomato paste, paprika, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
– Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, making sure they are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
2. **Prepare the Skewers:**
– Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
– Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto the soaked wooden skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
3. **Grill the Kebabs:**
– Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
– Place the chicken skewers on the preheated grill.
– Grill for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. Rotate the skewers occasionally for even cooking.
4. **Serve:**
– Remove the grilled Turkish chicken kebabs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
– Serve hot with your choice of sides such as rice, salad, grilled vegetables, or flatbread.
– Optionally, garnish with chopped fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro before serving.
Enjoy your flavorful Turkish Chicken Kebabs, perfect for a delicious and satisfying meal!
