In this article, we will provide you with an array of delectable recipes for preparing tantalizing spiced chicken kebabs that are perfect for grilling and serving with warm, fluffy pita bread. Whether you prefer traditional flavors or are seeking something more adventurous, our diverse collection of recipes caters to every palate. From classic Middle Eastern-inspired marinades to exciting fusion blends, we have curated a selection that ensures your chicken kebabs become the star of your next gathering. So, let's embark on a journey of culinary discovery, exploring the world of spiced chicken kebabs and pita pairings. Get ready to savor the irresistible taste of juicy, tender chicken infused with an explosion of flavors and aromas, complemented perfectly by the soft and chewy texture of pita bread.
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SPICED CHICKEN KEBABS WITH PITA
A quick and easy weeknight dinner of za'atar-spiced chicken kebabs, with soft pita bread, crunchy cucumbers flecked with mint, and a fast garlick-y yogurt sauce.
Provided by Shira Bocar
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Thighs
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Sprinkle garlic with salt; mash into a paste with the side of a knife. Stir into yogurt; season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat broiler, with rack in upper position. On a rimmed baking sheet, drizzle chicken, bell pepper, and onion with 2 tablespoons oil. Sprinkle with 2 teaspoons za'atar; season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine. Thread chicken and vegetables onto 6 skewers. Arrange in a single layer on sheet; broil until lightly charred, 6 minutes.
- Flip; broil until chicken is cooked, 2 to 3 minutes. Broil pitas on a baking sheet until lightly charred, 1 minute. Drizzle with oil, sprinkle with za'atar, and season with salt. Remove chicken and vegetables from skewers; serve with cucumbers, mint, pitas, and yogurt sauce.
SPICY HARISSA CHICKEN KEBABS
Place these delicious Spicy Harissa Chicken Kebabs over vegetables and cook them in a Reynolds Wrap® Foil packet for amazing flavors!
Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Reynolds®
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Whisk together the harissa, honey and lemon juice in a bowl. Add chicken and mix until coated.
- Skewer the chicken evenly among 8 wooden skewers and set aside.
- Mix together the squash, zucchini, onion, mushrooms, olive oil, cumin and salt and pepper until completely combined.
- Place a 1 1/2 to 2 feet long sheet of Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil on a table and place 1/4 of the vegetables in the center of the foil. Place 2 chicken skewers on top of the vegetables. Fold up the ends and then the outside of the foil to create a foil packet.
- Repeat the process 3 more times and place the foil packets on a cookie sheet.
- Bake in the oven at 425 degrees F for 20 minutes and then open the foil packets and cook for a further 15 minutes or until the chicken is lightly browned and cooked throughout.
- Optional Serving: Serve the individual foil packets alongside warm pita.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Carbohydrate 23.1 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 27.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 445.7 mg, Sugar 12.3 g
GREEK ISLAND CHICKEN SHISH KEBABS
This is a nice change from the ordinary grilled chicken. This is excellent served with pita bread, a garlicky tzatziki, and a Greek salad. Lamb can be substituted for the chicken, and many variations on vegetables can be used.
Provided by Dolce Cuoco
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Greek
Time 2h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, cumin, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper together in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add the chicken and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap; marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for about 30 minutes before use.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat; lightly oil the grate.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off excess liquid. Discard the remaining marinade. Alternately thread pieces of the marinated chicken with pieces of bell pepper, onion, cherry tomatoes, and mushrooms onto the skewers.
- Cook the skewers on the preheated grill, turning frequently until nicely browned on all sides, and the chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Cholesterol 86.1 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 33.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 180.6 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
CHICKEN AND MUSHROOM KEBABS IN PITA BREAD
Provided by John Vincent Serra
Categories Sandwich Chicken Mushroom Marinate Quick & Easy Backyard BBQ Summer Grill Grill/Barbecue Bon Appétit New Jersey
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk first 6 ingredients in bowl to blend. Pour half of marinade into another bowl. Add mushrooms to first bowl; add chicken to second bowl. Toss to coat; let stand 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Wrap 1 bacon piece around each chicken piece. Alternate 4 mushrooms and 3 chicken pieces on each skewer, piercing bacon to secure. Discard chicken marinade. Reserve mushroom marinade. Grill kebabs until chicken is cooked through, turning skewers and basting with reserved mushroom marinade, about 25 minutes. Grill pita breads in foil at edge of barbecue until warm.
- Unwrap pita breads. Place 1 kebab in center of each bread. Fold bread sides up around each kebab and pull out skewer.
TURKISH-SPICED CHICKEN KEBABS WITH POMEGRANATE RELISH AND TAHINI YOGURT
Provided by Sarah Dickerman
Categories Chicken High Fiber Dinner Spice Healthy Pomegranate Bon Appétit Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- For tahini yogurt:
- Combine lemon juice, Baharat Seasoning, and garlic in medium bowl; stir to blend. Let stand 5 minutes. Whisk in yogurt and tahini. Season tahini yogurt to taste with salt. DO AHEAD: Can be made up to 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
- For pomegranate relish:
- Mix all ingredients in medium bowl. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
- For chicken:
- Whisk first 4 ingredients in large bowl. Add chicken. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Marinate at room temperature at least 1 hour and up to 2 hours.
- Preheat broiler. Thread 6 chicken pieces onto each skewer. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place on small rimmed baking sheet. Broil chicken until cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes per side. Arrange kebabs on platter. Serve with tahini yogurt, pomegranate relish, and warm pita breads.
SHAWARMA-SPICED CHICKEN PITA WITH TAHINI-YOGURT SAUCE
Traditional shawarma calls for roasting meat on a large vertical spit. We mimic the effect here by roasting at a high temperature, which yields chicken that is crisp on the outside yet moist and juicy on the inside.
Provided by Rhoda Boone
Categories 22-Minute Meals Dinner Chicken Yogurt Cucumber Tomato Roast Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Combine cumin, coriander, paprika, cayenne, cinnamon, 2 Tbsp. oil, 3/4 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper in a large bowl. Add chicken and toss to coat. Spread on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of thigh registers 165°F, 12-15 minutes; wrap pitas in foil and warm in oven during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Meanwhile, mix yogurt, tahini, garlic, lemon zest, 2 Tbsp. lemon juice, 1/2 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper in a medium bowl until incorporated. Fold in 2 Tbsp. dill and 2 Tbsp. mint.
- Toss cucumber, lettuce, tomatoes, onion, remaining 2 Tbsp. lemon juice, 2 Tbsp. oil, 1/4 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper in another medium bowl.
- Thinly slice chicken. Place 1 warmed pita on each plate and top evenly with chicken and tomato-cucumber salad. Drizzle each pita with 2 Tbsp. tahini-yogurt sauce; top with dill and mint. Serve remaining tahini-yogurt sauce alongside.
- Do Ahead
- Tahini-yogurt sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
SPICY CHICKEN TOMATO PITAS
I'm not sure if this is a Mediterranean dish with a southwestern flair or the other way around. All I know is that it's ideal for a summer dinner. The tomato relish is yummy as an appetizer with tortilla chips, so you may want to double it. -Cori Cooper, Boise, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a bowl, whisk the first five ingredients. Add tomatoes, onion and parsley; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving., Combine cumin, paprika, oregano, coriander, pepper flakes and salt; rub seasonings onto both sides of chicken. On a lightly oiled grill, cook chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°., Cut chicken into slices. Serve in pita halves with relish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 558mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 32g protein.
SPICY CHICKEN KEBABS
These fresh, spicy kebabs don't just taste great - the whole family will enjoy making them
Provided by Antony Worrall Thompson
Categories Buffet, Lunch, Side dish, Supper
Time 45m
Yield Makes 20
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Grind the garlic, ginger, orange zest and spring onions to a paste in a food processor. Add the honey, orange juice, soy sauce and oil, then blend again. Pour the mixture over the cubed chicken and leave to marinate for at least 1 hr, but preferably overnight. Toss in the mushrooms for the last half an hour so they take on some of the flavour, too.
- Thread the chicken, tomatoes, mushrooms and peppers onto 20 wooden skewers, then cook on a griddle pan for 7-8 mins each side or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and golden brown. Turn the kebabs frequently and baste with the marinade from time to time until evenly cooked. Arrange on a platter, scatter with chopped spring onion and eat with your fingers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.23 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, to allow the flavors to permeate the meat.
- If you don't have a grill, you can cook the chicken skewers in a grill pan over medium heat.
- Be sure to turn the skewers frequently so that the chicken cooks evenly.
- Serve the chicken skewers with your favorite sides, such as pita bread, hummus, or tzatziki sauce.
Conclusion:
Spiced chicken kebabs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're grilling them in the backyard or cooking them in your kitchen, these kebabs are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a flavorful and healthy meal, give this recipe a try.
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