Chicken Tikka Kebabs

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.

Chicken Tikka Kebabs

Who doesn’t love food served on a stick? Well, if you have raised your hand then you are in the wrong place today. For those of you that do, today is all about YOU. Because it is National Something On a Stick Day.

As far as I am concerned a party food table is empty without something a little bit different on a stick. By different, I mean beyond cheese and pineapple cubes.

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.

Chicken Tikka Skewers

Even if it didn’t, the mango chutney and raita that the skewers are served with would take care of that. We did make the raita ourselves, as it’s super simple. But the mango chutney was store bought because we wanted to make this a really quick and simple meal and making your own chutney takes a little bit more effort.

Chicken Kebabs

These skewers 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 Avery does and she really enjoyed these.

BBQ Skewers

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. Make a big batch of them and have them cold in a salad for work the next day.

Ingredients needed to make these Chicken Tikka Kebabs (serves 4)

Skewers:

• 4 medium chicken breasts, cut in to chunks
• A pinch of sea salt and black pepper
• 2 tsp paprika
• 2 tsp cumin
• 2 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp mild chili powder
• 4 tbsp 0% Greek yoghurt
• Juice of half a lemon
• 1 red onion, cut in to chunks
• 1 yellow pepper, cut in to chunks

Raita:

• 8 tbsp 0% Greek yoghurt
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• Juice of half a lemon
• A handful of fresh mint, finely chopped
• A handful of fresh coriander, finely chopped
• Quarter of a cucumber, grated and squeezed

To Serve:

• Mango Chutney

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).

Other Indian Recipes To Try:

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

Some extra tips for these Chicken Tikka Kebabs:

• 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.
• Chicken Tikka can be cooked in an Air Fryer if you have one – take a look at our Air Fryer Chicken Tikka recipe.

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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*

Total Fat 7g 11%

Sodium 689mg 29%

Potassium 227mg 6%

Total Carbohydrates 10g 3%

Dietary Fiber 2g 8%

Sugars 3g

Protein 59g 118%

Vitamin A 25%

Vitamin C 144%

Calcium 4%

Iron 11%

* 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.