Name: Chicken Doner Kebab
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons plain yogurt; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste); Salt and pepper to taste; 4 pita breads or flatbreads; 1 cup shredded lettuce; 1 cup diced tomatoes; 1/2 cup sliced cucumbers; 1/4 cup sliced red onion; 1 cup plain yogurt for garlic sauce; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise for garlic sauce; 1 tablespoon lemon juice for garlic sauce; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped for garnish

Chicken Doner Kebab

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Chicken Doner Kebab is a mouthwatering dish that brings Middle Eastern flavors right into your home kitchen. Juicy marinated chicken thighs are grilled to perfection and wrapped in warm pita bread, accompanied by fresh vegetables and a creamy garlic sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, offering a delightful blend of spices and textures that will leave everyone craving more. With its customizable ingredients, you can tailor this kebab to suit any palate, making it a versatile favorite for any occasion. Whether served in pita or as a platter, Chicken Doner Kebab promises to impress your family and friends.

Author: Jolene
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: Serves 4
Category: Main
Method: Grilling/Baking
Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons plain yogurt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
Salt and pepper to taste
4 pita breads or flatbreads
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 cup diced tomatoes
1/2 cup sliced cucumbers
1/4 cup sliced red onion
1 cup plain yogurt for garlic sauce
2 tablespoons mayonnaise for garlic sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice for garlic sauce
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped for garnish

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, and spices until well combined.
Add chicken thighs to the marinade; coat thoroughly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight for best flavor).
For the garlic sauce, mix yogurt, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt in a small bowl.
Preheat grill or oven; cook marinated chicken until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side on grill or 20-25 minutes in oven).
Allow the chicken to rest before slicing into strips.
Assemble kebabs with pita bread filled with veggies and sliced chicken; drizzle with garlic sauce.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 kebab (approx. 300g)
Calories: 450
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Find it online: https://weekendsrecipe.com/chicken-doner-kebab-a-delicious-guide-to-making-this-popular-dish-at-home/