Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Homemade Chicken Doner Kebab (Tavuk Döner). This easy-to-make dish features juicy marinated chicken grilled to perfection, wrapped in warm pita bread, and loaded with fresh vegetables and a creamy garlic yogurt sauce. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, this recipe brings the essence of authentic Turkish street food right to your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp cumin powder
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pita bread or flatbread for serving
- Fresh vegetables (lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Coat the chicken breasts in the marinade and let them sit for at least one hour or overnight for maximum flavor.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Allow the chicken to rest for five minutes before slicing into thin strips.
- Serve in warm pita bread with fresh vegetables and drizzle with homemade garlic yogurt sauce (mix yogurt with minced garlic and season).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kebab (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - Customize spice levels by adding cayenne pepper or extra garlic. - Use leftover chicken in salads or wraps throughout the week for an easy meal.