Description
Juicy and smoky Indian-style Chicken Tikka Kebabs marinated in spiced yogurt and grilled to perfection. Ideal for parties, weeknight dinners, or backyard BBQs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds Boneless Chicken Thighs: cut into 2-inch pieces for juicy, flavorful bites
- 1 cup Plain Yogurt: acts as a tenderizing base for the marinade
- 2 teaspoons Garlic Paste: adds depth and warmth
- 2 teaspoons Ginger Paste: brings a fresh, spicy kick
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice: balances richness with tang
- 1 teaspoon Garam Masala: a warm, aromatic spice blend
- 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder: earthy and slightly nutty
- 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder: offers a citrusy lift
- 1 teaspoon Kashmiri Red Chili Powder: mild heat and rich color
- ½ teaspoon Turmeric Powder: provides golden color and slight bitterness
- 1½ teaspoons Salt: enhances all the flavors
- 2 tablespoons Mustard Oil or Vegetable Oil: helps coat the chicken and adds flavor
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat your grill to medium-high or preheat the oven to 450°F with a rack over a foil-lined baking sheet.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix yogurt, garlic paste, ginger paste, lemon juice, garam masala, cumin, coriander, chili powder, turmeric, salt, and oil. Add chicken and coat thoroughly.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Lightly oil the grill grates or place the rack over a sheet to catch drips if baking.
- Assemble the Dish: Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving slight gaps between pieces. Let rest for 15–20 minutes.
- Cook to Perfection: Grill 4–5 minutes per side until charred and cooked. For oven, bake 20 minutes and broil 2–3 minutes.
- Finishing Touches: Brush with melted ghee or butter, garnish with cilantro and a squeeze of lemon.
- Serve and Enjoy: Plate with naan, red onions, and mint chutney. Dive in!
Notes
- Let the chicken marinate overnight for best results.
- Use a wire rack in the oven to mimic grill-like char.
- Brush with ghee during grilling for extra moisture and richness.
- To add smoke, trap lit coal in the marinated bowl with a lid for 2 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer portion
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Chicken Tikka, Indian kebabs, grilled chicken skewers, tikka masala, BBQ chicken Indian style