Chicken Tikka Kebabs

Last updated on August 27th, 2019 at 05:55 pm

Forget ordering a takeaway, make these instead! Mild chunks of tikka seasoned chicken threaded on a stick make a great addition to any party food table, or served up with a simple salad and some dips for a light lunch. If you want to liven up chicken breasts, try these Chicken Tikka Kebabs this week. Easy to make and under 350 calories a portion.

Chicken Tikka Kebabs

If you are trying to cut back on takeaways and save yourself some money and calories, then these Chicken Tikka Kebabs are perfect for that. Also, who doesn’t love food served on a stick? These are a great light lunch, or good for serving up to a crowd with some salads.

Why should you try it?

✔ A healthier alternative to a takeaway curry

✔ Under 350 calories a portion

✔ Easy to make with very few ingredients

✔ Low in fat

✔ Great for feeding a crowd

✔ Can be prepared in advance and they freeze well

We have taken the nation’s favourite curry (I think that is an official statistic) and put it on a stick. Genius! Even if I do say so myself.

I had these at a wedding a few years ago and I have been meaning to make them ever since. You know how chicken can sometimes be a little dry? Well, the yoghurt that the chicken is cooked in sorts that out.

What To Serve Chicken Tikka Skewers With

These skewers are really simple, and go with so many different things. We served ours with some homemade Cucumber Riata, mango chutney and then a couple of our super easy 3 Ingredient Homemade Flatbreads.

Are Chicken Kebabs Good For Kids?

These chicken kebabs are pretty mild, so they would be kid friendly too – obviously just take the chicken pieces off the skewers first! It’s a nice way to introduce kids to some new herbs and spices and what kid doesn’t love dips? I know our toddler does and she really enjoyed these.

Can You Cook These Chicken Kebabs On The BBQ?

If you are looking for something a little bit different to put on the BBQ this summer (or Spring if we are lucky enough to get some BBQ weather this Spring), then you can pre-cook these and then finish them off on the BBQ.

They are an easy way to feed a crowd if you have a lot of guests at your BBQ and you can just put out a big salad and a couple of big bowls of dips for people to dig in to.

Can You Make These Chicken Kebabs in Advance?

Want to save yourself some time at dinner time? You can make these ahead of time, along with the dips, and just keep them in the fridge until you are ready to cook them.

In fact, I would recommend you do that as it gives the chicken some time to marinade. We suggest at least 30 minutes to marinade, but 4 hours would be ideal. Make a big batch of them and have them cold in a salad for work the next day.

How To Store Chicken Tikka Kebabs

These will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days, so they are great for meal prep and then you can use the chunks of chicken in wraps or salads for lunch the next few days. 

Alternatively, you can freeze them. Just put them in a suitable container once fully cooled and then use within 3 months.

How To Reheat Chicken Kebabs

If they have been frozen, make sure they are fully defrosted first. Then you can put them in the oven at 200C for 5-6 minutes until heated through or you could microwave them for 3-4 minutes.

How To Make Chicken Tikka Kebabs – Step by Step:

One: Put the chunks of chicken breast in to a large bowl.
Two: In a separate bowl, mix together all the tikka seasoning ingredients.
Three: Add the yoghurt, tikka seasoning and lemon juice to the chicken and mix well. Put in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
Four: Thread the chicken on to 8 wooden skewers (which have been soaking for 30 minutes to avoid burning) along with some chunks of red onion and yellow pepper.
Five: Cook under the grill (broiler) at a medium heat for 15-20 minutes, turning often, until the chicken is cooked through.
Six: Serve with a salad, the raita and some mango chutney (optional).

Want to try some other Indian recipes? How about these:

Tomato and Garlic Chicken Curry
Prawn Tomato and Coconut Curry
10 Minute Chickpea and Spinach Curry
Aubergine Masala
Chicken Korma
Healthy Chicken Tikka Masala

Extra Tips:

• You can make these ahead of time and it actually intensifies the flavour leaving them in the fridge for a few hours.
• These are fairly mild, so if you prefer things spicier than add some more chilli powder to the seasoning.
• Some cubes on paneer go really well on these skewers.
• Chicken Tikka can be cooked in an Air Fryer if you have one – take a look at our Air Fryer Chicken Tikka recipe.
• If you don’t want to make the spice blend yourself, you could just use 4 tbsp of tikka seasoning instead.
• The chicken should be marinated for at least 30 minutes, but 4 hours would be ideal.

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Chicken Tikka Skewers

If you want to liven up chicken breasts, try these Chicken Tikka Skewers this week.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Indian

Keyword: chicken skewer, chicken tikka, healthy chicken, healthy indian, indian recipe

Prep Time: 35 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

Servings: 4 people

Calories: 347kcal

Author: Dannii

Ingredients

UK measures - US measures

Skewers:

• 800 g Chicken breasts, cut in to chunks
• 1 pinch Sea salt and black pepper
• 2 tsp Paprika
• 2 tsp Cumin
• 2 tsp Ground cumin
• 2 tsp Garam masala
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Turmeric
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 1 tsp Mild chilli powder
• 4 tbsp 0% Greek Yoghurt
• 0.5 Lemon (juice only)
• 1 Red onion, cut in to chunks
• 1 Yellow pepper, cut in to chunks

Raita:

• 8 tbsp 0% Greek yoghurt
• 1 Garlic clove
• 0.5 Lemon (juice only)
• 1 handful Fresh mint, chopped
• 1 handful Fresh coriander, chopped
• 0.25 Cucumber, grated and squeezed

To serve:

• Mango chutney

Instructions

• Put the chunks of chicken breast in to a large bowl.
• In a separate bowl, mix together all the tikka seasoning ingredients.
• Add the yoghurt, tikka seasoning and lemon juice to the chicken and mix well. Put in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
• Thread the chicken on to 8 wooden skewers (which have been soaking for 30 minutes to avoid burning) along with some chunks of red onion and yellow pepper.
• Cook under the grill (broiler) at a medium heat for 15-20 minutes, turning often, until the chicken is cooked through.
• Serve with a salad, the raita and some mango chutney (optional).

Notes

• You can make these ahead of time and it actually intensifies the flavour leaving them in the fridge for a few hours.
• These are fairly mild, so if you prefer things spicier than add some more chili powder to the seasoning.
• Some cubes on paneer go really well on these skewers.

Nutrition Facts

Chicken Tikka Skewers

Amount Per Serving (2 skewers)

Calories 347 Calories from Fat 63

% Daily Value*

Fat 7g11%

Sodium 689mg29%

Potassium 227mg6%

Carbohydrates 10g3%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 3g3%

Protein 59g118%

Vitamin A 1250IU25%

Vitamin C 118.8mg144%

Calcium 40mg4%

Iron 2mg11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.