Chicken Thigh Kebabs with Chile-Yogurt Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken Thigh Kebabs with Chile-Yogurt Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons sweet paprika; 8 boneless, skin-on chicken thighs (1 3/4 pounds), trimmed of excess fat and each thigh cut into 3 pieces; 1 cup plain Greek yogurt; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper; Kosher salt; Pepper; Lemon wedges, for serving

Servings: persons

1
In a large bowl, whisk 1/2 cup of the olive oil with the paprika.
2
Add the chicken and toss to coat; let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix the yogurt, lemon juice, cayenne, crushed red pepper and the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
4
Season with salt and black pepper and mix well.
5
Light a grill.
6
Season the chicken with salt and black pepper and thread 3 pieces onto each of 8 skewers.
7
Oil the grate and grill the chicken over moderate heat, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
8
Transfer the skewers to a serving platter and serve with the yogurt sauce and lemon wedges.

700

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons sweet paprika, 8 boneless, skin-on chicken thighs (1 3/4 pounds), trimmed of excess fat and each thigh cut into 3 pieces, 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, and more.

Yes, Chicken Thigh Kebabs with Chile-Yogurt Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Thigh Kebabs with Chile-Yogurt Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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