Spiced Chicken Skewers Recipe

Name: Spiced Chicken Skewers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kebabs:; 3/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt; 1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh ginger; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads, crushed; 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch chunks; 1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch chunks (about 8 ounces); 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks (about 8 ounces); 1 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch chunks (about 8 ounces); Cooking spray; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Raita:; 1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt; 1/3 cup diced seeded tomato; 1/4 cup cucumber, peeled, seeded, grated, and squeezed dry; 1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream; 1 tablespoon minced seeded jalapeno pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

Kebabs:
3/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh ginger
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon saffron threads, crushed
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch chunks (about 8 ounces)
1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks (about 8 ounces)
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch chunks (about 8 ounces)
Cooking spray
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Raita:
1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1/3 cup diced seeded tomato
1/4 cup cucumber, peeled, seeded, grated, and squeezed dry
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 tablespoon minced seeded jalapeno pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt

1
To prepare kebabs, combine the first 12 ingredients in a large zip-top plastic bag; seal and marinate in refrigerator overnight, turning bag occasionally.
2
Prepare grill.
3
Remove chicken from bag; discard marinade. Thread chicken, onion, bell pepper, and zucchini alternately on each of 8 (12-inch) wooden skewers. Coat kebabs with cooking spray, and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper. Place kebabs on grill rack coated with cooking spray. Grill 25 minutes or until chicken is done, turning occasionally. Remove from grill; keep warm.
4
To prepare raita, combine 1/2 cup yogurt and remaining ingredients in a small bowl. Serve with kebabs.

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

You need 28 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Kebabs:, 3/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt, 1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh ginger, 2 teaspoons ground coriander, and more.

Yes, Spiced Chicken Skewers 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.

Spiced Chicken Skewers

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