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**Chicken Tikka Kebabs: A Flavorful Feast of Spices and Succulence**
If you’re craving something flavorful, juicy, and aromatic, **Chicken Tikka Kebabs** are the perfect dish to satisfy your taste buds. This popular Indian appetizer (or main course) is known for its vibrant spices and smoky, grilled goodness. The **chicken tikka** is marinated in a blend of yogurt and spices, then grilled or baked until tender and charred, making it an irresistible treat. Serve these kebabs as an appetizer, a part of a larger meal, or simply with naan and rice for a complete feast.
### Why You’ll Love Chicken Tikka Kebabs
– **Juicy and Tender**: The chicken is marinated for hours, soaking in all the flavors and becoming incredibly tender and juicy when cooked.
– **Bursting with Flavor**: A mix of aromatic spices, yogurt, and fresh herbs come together in a marinade that infuses the chicken with deep, rich flavor.
– **Easy to Make**: Despite its bold flavors, Chicken Tikka Kebabs are surprisingly easy to make, whether you’re grilling outdoors or cooking in the oven.
– **Customizable**: You can adjust the spice levels to suit your taste, making it as mild or as spicy as you prefer.
– **Versatile**: Perfect for parties, barbecues, or a casual family dinner, these kebabs can be served with naan, rice, a side salad, or a yogurt-based sauce like raita.
### Ingredients for Chicken Tikka Kebabs
To make flavorful **Chicken Tikka Kebabs**, you’ll need the following ingredients:
#### For the Chicken Marinade:
– **1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts**, cut into bite-sized cubes
– **1/2 cup plain yogurt** (preferably full-fat)
– **2 tablespoons lemon juice** (freshly squeezed)
– **2 tablespoons vegetable oil** (or melted butter)
– **4 cloves garlic**, minced
– **1 tablespoon ginger**, freshly grated
– **1 tablespoon ground cumin**
– **1 tablespoon ground coriander**
– **1 teaspoon garam masala**
– **1 teaspoon ground turmeric**
– **1 teaspoon chili powder** (or adjust to your spice preference)
– **1 teaspoon smoked paprika** (for a hint of smokiness)
– **1 teaspoon ground cinnamon** (optional, for warmth)
– **Salt and pepper**, to taste
– **Fresh cilantro** (optional, for garnish)
#### For Cooking:
– **Wooden or metal skewers** (if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning)
– **Lemon wedges**, for serving
– **Fresh herbs**, like cilantro or mint (optional, for garnish)
### How to Make Chicken Tikka Kebabs
Making **Chicken Tikka Kebabs** at home is easier than you might think. Follow these simple steps for tender, flavorful kebabs.
– In a large bowl, combine the **plain yogurt**, **lemon juice**, and **vegetable oil**. Stir in the **minced garlic**, **grated ginger**, and all the dry spices: **cumin**, **coriander**, **garam masala**, **turmeric**, **chili powder**, **paprika**, and **cinnamon** (if using).
– Season with **salt** and **pepper**, then mix until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
– Add the **chicken cubes** to the bowl and toss them in the marinade, making sure each piece is fully coated.
– Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the chicken marinate for at least **1-2 hours**. For the best flavor, marinate the chicken for **4-6 hours** or overnight in the fridge.
#### 2. **Prepare the Skewers**
While the chicken is marinating, prep your skewers.
– If you’re 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 little space between each piece for even cooking. You can alternate the chicken with slices of **onion** or **bell pepper** if you prefer a bit of extra flavor and color in your kebabs.
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