These Juicy Chicken Kebabs are packed with flavor and incredibly tender! Made with minced chicken, aromatic spices, and a blend of fresh vegetables, they are perfect for grilling, pan-frying, or even baking. Whether you’re serving them in wraps, alongside rice, or as a protein-packed snack, these kebabs are always a hit.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Juicy & Flavorful – A perfect balance of spices and moisture.
Easy to Make – Just blend, mix, shape, and cook!
Versatile – Serve as a main dish, in wraps, or as an appetizer.
Great for Meal Prep – Make a batch and freeze for quick meals.

Ingredients

For the Kebabs:

• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 green chili
• 1 onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• Handful of parsley (or coriander)
• 1 tomato
• 500g chicken breast (minced in a blender)
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 2 tsp salt
• 2 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 3 tsp tikka masala
• 1 tsp chili flakes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp gram flour
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Vegetable Paste

• Add red bell pepper, green chili, onion, garlic, parsley, and tomato to a blender.
• Blend into a smooth paste.

Step 2: Make the Kebab Mixture

• In a large bowl, combine the vegetable paste with the minced chicken.
• Add coriander powder, cumin powder, salt, paprika, chili powder, tikka masala, chili flakes, olive oil, and gram flour.
• Mix well until fully combined.
• Finally, fold in the shredded mozzarella cheese for extra juiciness and flavor.

Step 3: Shape the Kebabs

• Grease your hands with oil to prevent sticking.
• Shape the mixture into small patties or oval-shaped kebabs.

Step 4: Cook the Kebabs

• Shallow Fry: Heat oil in a pan and cook on medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
• Grill: Cook on a preheated grill for 4-5 minutes per side, brushing with oil.
• Bake: Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.

How to Serve

• Stuff into pita bread or naan with yogurt sauce and salad.
• Serve with fragrant basmati rice and a side of mint chutney.
• Pair with hummus and roasted veggies for a wholesome meal.
• Enjoy as a protein-rich snack with a squeeze of lemon!

Juicy Chicken Kebabs

Whether you're serving them in wraps, alongside rice, or as a protein-packed snack, these kebabs are always a hit.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Pakistan, Turkish

Ingredients

  

• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 green chili
• 1 onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• Handful of parsley or coriander
• 1 tomato
• 500 g chicken breast minced in a blender
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 2 tsp salt
• 2 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 3 tsp tikka masala
• 1 tsp chili flakes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp gram flour
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

 

• Add red bell pepper, green chili, onion, garlic, parsley, and tomato to a blender.
• Blend into a smooth paste.In a large bowl, combine the vegetable paste with the minced chicken.
• Add coriander powder, cumin powder, salt, paprika, chili powder, tikka masala, chili flakes, olive oil, and gram flour.
• Mix well until fully combined.
• Finally, fold in the shredded mozzarella cheese for extra juiciness and flavor.
• Grease your hands with oil to prevent sticking.
• Shape the mixture into small patties or oval-shaped kebabs.
• Shallow Fry: Heat oil in a pan and cook on medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
• Grill: Cook on a preheated grill for 4-5 minutes per side, brushing with oil.
• Bake: Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.

Keyword chicken kebabs, juicy, tender

Tips for the Best Kebabs

Keep the mixture sticky – This ensures soft, juicy kebabs.
Oil your hands before shaping to prevent sticking.
Don’t overcook – Chicken kebabs cook quickly and can dry out.
Freeze for later – Shape the kebabs and freeze them raw. Cook directly from frozen when needed.