Braised Chicken Kebabs
A flavorful and aromatic Indian-inspired dish featuring tender chicken, marinated in a blend of spices and slow-cooked to perfection.
Ingredients
- ●2 tablespoons butter
- ●1 medium, minced gingerfresh
- ●3 cloves, minced garlicfresh
- ●1 pound, boneless and skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces chickendelicate
- ●1 teaspoon, ground cumin
- ●1 teaspoon, ground coriander
- ●1/2 teaspoon, ground turmeric
- ●1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ●1/2 cup yogurt
- ●4-6 kebab skewers
- ●chopped fresh cilantrofor garnish
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
In a blender or food processor, combine ginger, garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Blend until smooth.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together the blended spice mixture, yogurt, and 1 tablespoon of the butter.
- 4
Add the chicken to the marinade and mix until the chicken is well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- 5
Thread the marinated chicken onto the kebab skewers, leaving a small space between each piece.
- 6
Place the kebab skewers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter over the kebabs.
- 7
Bake the kebabs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
- 8
While the kebabs are baking, heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- 9
Once the kebabs are done, remove them from the oven and place them in the skillet. Braise the kebabs in the skillet for 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is nicely browned and the sauce has thickened.
- 10
Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.
- 11
Serve the braised kebabs with basmati rice or naan bread, if desired.