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Tandoori-ish Chicken Kebabs

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  • Author: Tonja Engen
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice from 2 lemons
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons hot paprika
  • 2 teaspoons freshly minced garlic (about 2 medium cloves)
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
  • Naan bread for serving

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, stir together yogurt, lemon juice, oil, ginger, salt, smoked and hot paprika, garlic, black pepper, cumin, and cayenne pepper.
  2. Add the chicken to the spices and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate and marinate 2-4 hours.
  3. Thread chicken tightly onto skewers.
  4. Preheat grill for high heat.
  5. Brush grate with oil, and place skewers on grill. Grill for 15 to 20 minutes, occasionally turning kabobs to ensure even cooking.
  6. Remove Chicken from skewers onto a large platter Add naan to platter and serve.