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Plate of Indian chicken tikka with naan bread and lentils.

Grilled Chicken Tikka Skewers

Carne Diem Culinary
These Chicken Tikka Skewers consist of tender pieces of boneless chicken breast, marinated in a curry spiced yogurt marinade, then grilled to perfection over your grill or smoker. Hugely popular in the Indian subcontinent, they are sure to become equally as popular in your home as well.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinade time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine British, Indian
Servings 4
Calories 225 kcal

Equipment

  • Meat skewers

Ingredients
  

  • 3 Chicken Breasts
  • 4 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 2 teaspoon Kosher Salt

Marinade

  • 2 5.3 ounce Containers Plain Yogurt
  • 2 Tablespoon Garlic Squeeze or Paste
  • 1 Tablespoon Ginger Squeeze or Paste
  • 2 teaspoon Cumin
  • 2 teaspoon Coriander Powder
  • 2 teaspoon Sweet Paprika or Indian Red Chili Pepper
  • 2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • ½ Bunch Cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon Salt

Instructions
 

  • Cube the chicken and place in a bowl. Add the lemon juice and the salt and stir to combine. Let set while you prepare the rest of marinade.
  • In a sperate bowl combine the yogurt with the garlic, ginger, cilantro, and spices. Add to the bowl with the chicken and marinade 8-48 hours. At least overnight is best.
  • Prepare your grill or smoker for indirect heat and bring to 450 degrees. Grill the chicken until you reach and internal temp of 160 degrees (carryover temp will take it to 165 degrees). Flip the chicken every 5 minutes and rotate the skewers as needed to ensure even cooking. This typically takes 15-20 minutes, but may take longer depending on cooking conditions.
  • Remove the chicken and cover with foil. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 225kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 37gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 109mgSodium: 1947mgPotassium: 758mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 631IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 2mg
Keyword BBQ, Big Green Egg, British, chicken, Chicken Skewers, Curry, grilled, Indian, kebabs, skewers, Yoder Smokers
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