Chicken Doner Kebab (Tavuk Döner) 🍗🌯
Tavuk Döner is a popular Turkish street food, and this homemade version of the tender, flavorful chicken kebab will take your taste buds on a journey! Marinated chicken, grilled to perfection, and served in a warm pita or flatbread, topped with fresh veggies and a creamy yogurt-based sauce.
Ingredients:
For the Chicken Marinade:
2 lbs chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup yogurt
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp paprika
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp ground turmeric
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
For the Sauce:
1/2 cup plain yogurt
2 tbsp tahini (optional for extra flavor)
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
For Assembly:
Warm pita bread or flatbreads
Fresh veggies (tomato, cucumber, lettuce, onions, etc.)
Pickled red cabbage (optional)
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, coriander, turmeric, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir until well-combined.
Marinate the Chicken: Add the thinly sliced chicken into the marinade, ensuring it's
well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (overnight for best results).
Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken slices for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred. Alternatively, you can cook the chicken in a skillet or oven.
Prepare the Sauce: While the chicken is cooking, mix the yogurt, tahini (if using), lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt in a bowl. Adjust seasoning as needed. Set aside.
Assemble the Kebab: Warm the pita or flatbreads. Place the cooked chicken in the center and top with fresh veggies like tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions. Add a generous dollop of the yogurt sauce and pickled cabbage, if using. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Serve: Fold or roll up the pita bread to enclose the fillings, and your Chicken Doner Kebab is ready to enjoy!
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