Smoky chicken skewers
This Turkish chicken builds chicken thighs, fennel seeds and smoky aïoli into a fuss-free meal you can have ready in about 60 minutes. You'll find the full ingredient list (with a scaler to change the servings), 8 steps of method, substitutions, and ideas for what to serve alongside.
You'll mainly reach for oven and frying pan / skillet. At medium difficulty across 8 steps, it's manageable with a little attention.
What you'll need
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How to make it
- You need 15 skewers: if wooden, soak in water for 10 mins.
- Cut chicken into 3cm pieces and place in a bowl.
- Add 1 tbsp olive oil, the spices, garlic and vinegar, toss well and season.
- You can do this up to a day before and refrigerate.
- Thread 2-3 pieces on each skewer.
- Pour remaining oil in a frying pan or rub onto a griddle pan.
- Get the pan hot and sear the chicken for 3-4 mins on each side – you may have to do this in batches, keeping the cooked skewers warm in a low oven.
- Serve with smoky aïoli if you like.
You'll use: Oven · Frying pan / skillet · Pan
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Ingredient substitutions
- Red Wine
- beef stock + 1 tsp red wine vinegar · grape juice + vinegar
What to serve with Smoky chicken skewers
- Corba Side
- Kumpir Side
- Turkish rice (vermicelli rice) Miscellaneous
- Imam bayildi with BBQ lamb & tzatziki Lamb
Tips & common questions
How long does Smoky chicken skewers take to make?
About 60 minutes from start to finish — an estimate based on the 8 steps and 8 ingredients. Times vary with your kitchen and how much prep you do ahead.
What can I use instead of red wine?
Try beef stock + 1 tsp red wine vinegar. See the substitutions section above for more swaps.
Can I scale this recipe up or down?
Yes — use the servings control above the ingredients and every quantity rescales automatically (fractions included). Cooking times stay roughly the same; very large batches may need a little longer.
How should I store leftovers?
Cool leftovers quickly, refrigerate in an airtight container, and eat within 3 days. Reheat until piping hot throughout.
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