Chicken Tikkas

Gluten Free
Chicken Tikkas
300 min.
18
35kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your appetizer game with a mouthwatering dish that’s both easy to make and utterly delicious? Look no further than these delightful Chicken Tikkas! Perfectly marinated in a vibrant blend of Indian spices, this gluten-free recipe offers a tantalizing burst of flavor that will impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.

Whether you're hosting a party or simply indulging in a snack at home, these chicken skewers are a versatile choice. With only 35 calories per serving, they are light yet packed with protein, making them an ideal option for health-conscious individuals. The combination of cayenne, garam masala, and fresh lime juice creates a zesty marinade that infuses each tender piece of chicken with depth and character.

What makes this recipe even more exciting is its simplicity. In just 300 minutes, you can create an enchanting dish that captures the essence of Indian cuisine. Serve them as an antipasti, a starter, or a delightful snack, accompanied by a refreshing cilantro mint chutney that adds the perfect finishing touch. Your family and friends will surely be asking for seconds!

Fire up the grill and get ready to create a culinary masterpiece with these Chicken Tikkas – an appetizer that beautifully balances flavor, health, and ease. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon cayenne 
  • 0.8 teaspoon garam masala (Indian spice mix)
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • 18 servings accompaniment: cilantro mint chutney 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup whole-milk yogurt such as greek plain thick
  • lb chicken thighs boneless skinless cut into 1-inch cubes

Equipment

  • bowl
  • plastic wrap
  • grill
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Stir together all ingredients except chicken in a medium bowl, then add chicken, stirring to coat. Marinate, covered and chilled, 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  2. Prepare a grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-hot charcoal (moderately high heat for gas).
  3. While grill is heating, thread 3 or 4 pieces of chicken onto each skewer, leaving a little space between pieces, and transfer to a tray lined with plastic wrap.
  4. Oil grill rack, then grill chicken, covered only if using a gas grill, turning occasionally, until browned and just cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes total.

Nutrition Facts

Calories35kcal
Protein65.05%
Fat30.38%
Carbs4.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.78
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.2382608684509%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Hesperetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:34.89kcal
1.74%
Fat:1.13g
1.74%
Saturated Fat:0.3g
1.85%
Carbohydrates:0.38g
0.13%
Net Carbohydrates:0.36g
0.13%
Sugar:0.2g
0.22%
Cholesterol:24.22mg
8.07%
Sodium:104.4mg
4.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.45g
10.9%
Selenium:6.25µg
8.93%
Vitamin B3:1.42mg
7.11%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.83%
Phosphorus:54.88mg
5.49%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.56%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.34%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.22%
Zinc:0.41mg
2.76%
Potassium:71.12mg
2.03%
Magnesium:6.52mg
1.63%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.61%
Iron:0.21mg
1.16%
Source:Epicurious