Pashtun Chicken Kebabs

These Pashtun Chicken Kebabs are a delicious and flavorful dish from Pashtun Cuisine that is perfect for grilling or stovetop cooking. The combination of spices and yogurt marinade makes these kebabs tender and juicy, with a hint of smokiness.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Pashtun Chicken Kebabs Pashtun Cuisine Grilling
Pashtun Chicken Kebabs

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 onion, cut into chunks
  • 1 bell pepper, cut into chunks

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix together the yogurt, olive oil, garlic, coriander, cumin, turmeric, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, making sure they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
  3. Preheat a stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken, onion, and bell pepper onto skewers.
  4. Grill the kebabs for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
  5. Serve the Pashtun Chicken Kebabs hot with naan bread, rice, or a fresh salad.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
5g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Skewers Grill pan

Tools

Knife Cutting board Bowl

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve with naan bread, rice, or a fresh salad.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice over the kebabs before serving.

Cost

$15