Indian-Spiced Chicken Kebabs with Cilantro-Mint Chutney
Succulent chicken kebabs marinated in Indian spices, served with a fresh cilantro-mint chutney, crisp lettuce, and cucumber. This flavorful dish combines traditional Indian flavors with a light, refreshing presentation.
Ingredients
- •½ cup fresh mint leaves
- •½ cup fresh cilantro
- •1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- •2½ teaspoons minced fresh ginger
- •1 whole jalapeño chili
- •2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- •½ cup plain yogurt
- •3 tablespoons tikka paste
- •2 cloves garlic
- •2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
- •¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- •1½ pounds skinless boneless chicken breasts
- •24 pieces bamboo skewers
- •1 head butter lettuce
- •½ whole English hothouse cucumber
- •2 whole limes
- •cut into wedges
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Blend first 5 ingredients and 2 tablespoons yogurt in blender or processor. Blend in more yogurt if necessary to make smooth paste. (Chutney can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
10 min
- 2.
Whisk first 6 ingredients in large bowl to blend. Add chicken and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours and up to 12 hours.
120 min
- 3.
Preheat broiler. Thread 1 chicken piece on each skewer. Cover exposed part of skewers with foil. Broil chicken until cooked through, turning occasionally, about 8 minutes. Arrange lettuce and cucumber on platter. Top with chicken. Squeeze lime over. Serve chicken with Cilantro-Mint Chutney.
15 min
