Citrus Chicken Kebabs with Cardamom Rice
These Citrus Chicken Kebabs are marinated with a blend of fresh squeezed orange juice, spices and aromatics before being charred to perfection under the broiler (or in the airfryer!). Served over fragrant cardamom rice with a dollop of yogurt for the most delicous Middle-Eastern inspired meal.
Servings: 3 -4 servings
Calories: 426kcal
Ingredients
- 1.25 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 3 tbsp fresh orange juice plus more to serve
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 1/2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 3/4 tsp turmeric
- 3/4 tsp kosher salt
Cardamom Rice:
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 cup dry basmati rice rinsed well
- 2 pitted medjool dates finely chopped
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
To serve:
- Plain yogurt + a pinch of salt
- Fresh mint
- Chopped toasted almonds
Instructions
- If using wooden skewers, soak in a glass of water for at least 15 minutes before using.
- For the citrus chicken kebabs, add the chicken to a large bowl along with remaining ingredients and toss to coat. Marinate at room temperature for 15-20 minutes or up to overnight in the fridge.
- For the cardamom rice, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat in a medium pot to which you have a tight-fitting lid. Add the cardamom, cinnamon stick and rice, toasting for 2-3 minutes or until fragrant. Add the dates, water and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to the lowest setting and cover. Cook for 15 minutes. Turn off the heat and leave covered for another 10 minutes.
- To cook the chicken kebabs, line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Turn on the broiler, and make sure one of the oven racks is about 5 inches from the heating element.
- Thread the chicken pieces on to the skewers and broil for 12-15 minutes or until cooked through and the edges are lightly charred.
- Serve the kebabs over cardamom rice with a squeeze of fresh orange juice, yogurt, mint sprigs and a handful of toasted almonds.
Notes
Air fryer Instructions: Preheat the air fryer to 390° F and spray the basket with cooking oil. Airfry the skewers for 12-15 min, flipping halfway, until the chicken is cooked through.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 426kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 175mg | Sodium: 717mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 16g