Chicken seekh kabab is a soft juicy grilled appetizer. It is prepared with a mixture ground meat and spice powders. They are then shaped into cylinders , inserted in skewers and cooked to perfection.
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Kebabs are a yummy appetizer. They make a lovely food for any occasions. Kebab taste so good and are very popular in Indian Subcontinent.
There is no piece of meat here unlike the regular grilled chicken. The entire portion of seekh kebab is equally flavorful and the masalas are balanced.
The best thing about the seekh kebab is that it is juicy , delicious and customizable. We can also mix and match our favorite ingredients. They are freezer friendly and perfect for grilling and any parties.
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Why you will love this recipe
Its is so easy to prepare in just 15 mins with some prep. Else you can get them ready under 30 mins.
They are customizable.
Chicken Seekh kebab is a perfect low carb meal.
Ingredients
Chicken - Use either boneless or minced chicken for the kebab. Both works well.
Onion - Adds a nice taste use any variety as you prefer.
Coriander leaves - Use Cilantro or Parsley as you prefer for the flavor.
Ginger garlic paste - a mandatory ingredient for any non veg appetizers. It elevates the taste.
Spice Powders - Using the basic spice powders. Along adding some cardamom and cumin powder for extra kick and flavor.
Corn Flour - We use corn flour for binding the meat. They help the chicken hold firm to the skewers.
FAQ's
If using steel skewers that comes along with oven or if you have one, Wash them and pat dry the moisture. They are good to use.
If using bamboo skewers wash them and keep them soaked in warm water for 20 mins. After that pat dry and use them . If you use without soaking them in water the skewers might get blackened or burnt as you cook.
How to make Chicken Seekh Kebab
1. In a blend rough chop and add boneless chicken cubes.
2. To this add chopped onions and coriander leaves.
3. Next add Cumin powder, Cardamom powder and turmeric powder.
4. Next add Chili powder, Garam Masala , Pepper powder, Salt and ginger garlic paste.
5. Blend everything together.
6. Roughly grind to a coarse mixture.
7. Transfer to a mixing bowl and add corn flour and combine everything.
8. Mix evenly and pinch in a portion. Take skewer sticks too.
9. Shape them as cylinders in the skewer sticks. Repeat for all the chicken mixture.
Air Fryer Method
10. Preheat air fryer at 200 C / 400 F for 5 mins. Next add the kebab in air fryer basket. Brush or spray them with oil.
11. Air fry at 180 C / 356 F for 12 mins. Make sure you flip them once half way( 6 mins) and brush with oil. Delicious chicken seekh kabab are now ready.
Oven Method
If cooking in oven. Preheat the oven at 180 Deg C / 356 F for 10 mins. Arrange the seekh in oven tray and brush with oil.
Cook at 190 Deg C / 374 F for 20 mins. After 10 mins flip sides and brush oil to continue cooking.
Delicious Chicken Seekh Kebab is now ready to serve.
Tips & Variations
We can use minced chicken or boneless chicken for preparing seekh kabab.
If using boneless chicken we should grind them. Else if using minced chicken we can grind the remaining ingredients and prepare kebab.
It makes a great appetizer for any parties or kitty party.
They go well with green chutney for kebabs.
We can also use grated carrot or zucchini if you prefer.
I am preparing the seekh kebab with chicken but the same recipe works well for lamb or beef too.
Serving Suggestions
I serve my chicken seekh kebab with green chutney for grill. They are perfect and a match made.
Other options are mayonnaise and ketchup.
To make a whole meal you can wrap them in lettuce for a low carb version.
you can also wrap them in tortillas along with some cheese, onions and green chutney. Wrap and makes a complete meal.
Storage Options
Seekh kebab stores well and is freezer friendly. It stays good in the fridge for 3 days. You can also freeze the meat mixture without cooking for up to 3 months.
Just thaw before cooking and bring to room temperature. Shape them and cook.
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📖 Recipe
Chicken Seekh Kabab
Standard 1 cup measures 240 ml
Ingredients
- 300 gms Chicken Boneless
- 1 Onion finely chopped
- 2 tbsp Coriander Leaves
- ½ tsp Cardamom Powder
- ½ tsp Cumin Powder
- ¼ tsp Turmeric Powder
- 1 tsp Chilli Powder
- 1 tsp Garam Masala
- ½ tsp Pepper powder
- 1.5 tbsp Ginger garlic paste
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp Corn Flour
- Oil as needed
- Skewers as needed
Instructions
- In a blend rough chop and add boneless chicken cubes.
- To this add chopped onions and coriander leaves.
- Next add Cumin powder, Cardamom powder and turmeric powder.
- Next add Chili powder, Garam Masala , Pepper powder, Salt and ginger garlic paste.
- Blend everything together.
- Roughly grind to a coarse mixture.
- Transfer to a mixing bowl and add corn flour and combine everything.
- Mix evenly and pinch in a portion. Take skewer sticks too.
- Shape them as cylinders in the skewer sticks. Repeat for all the chicken mixture.
Air Fryer Method
- Preheat air fryer at 200 C / 400 F for 5 mins. Next add the kebab in air fryer basket. Brush or spray them with oil.
- Air fry at 180 C / 356 F for 12 mins. Make sure you flip them once half way( 6 mins) and brush with oil. Delicious chicken seekh kabab are now ready.
Oven Method
- If cooking in oven. Preheat the oven at 180 Deg C / 356 F for 10 mins. Arrange the seekh in oven tray and brush with oil.
- Cook at 190 Deg C / 374 F for 20 mins. After 10 mins flip sides and brush oil to continue cooking.
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Tips & Variations
We can use minced chicken or boneless chicken for preparing seekh kabab. If using boneless chicken we should grind them. Else if using minced chicken we can grind the remaining ingredients and prepare kebab. It makes a great appetizer for any parties or kitty party. They go well with green chutney for kebabs. We can also use grated carrot or zucchini if you prefer. I am preparing the seekh kebab with chicken but the same recipe works well for lamb or beef too.Serving Suggestions
I serve my chicken seekh kebab with green chutney for grill. They are perfect and a match made.Other options are mayonnaise and ketchup.
To make a whole meal you can wrap them in lettuce for a low carb version.
you can also wrap them in tortillas along with some cheese, onions and green chutney. Wrap and makes a complete meal.
Storage Options
Seekh kebab stores well and is freezer friendly. It stays good in the fridge for 3 days. You can also freeze the meat mixture without cooking for up to 3 months.Just thaw before cooking and bring to room temperature. Shape them and cook.
Nutrition
Disclaimer: I am not a nutritionist, the nutrition value provided here is an estimate. It will vary based on the quantity and brands of the products used.
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