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Doner Kebab

A flavorful Middle Eastern dish featuring tender marinated chicken served with fresh veggies and wrapped in warm bread.
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Prep Time 3 hours
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 55 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the marinade

  • 1 kg chicken thighs, skinless and boneless (Note 1)
  • Olive oil, for drizzling
  • 1 cup plain yoghurt, unsweetened I use Greek
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.5 tsp coriander powder
  • 2 tsp cumin powder
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper optional
  • 1.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2.5 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1.5 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

For serving

  • Lebanese bread / flatbreads / pita bread, warmed
  • Finely sliced iceberg lettuce
  • Tomato slices
  • Hummus (or Note 2 for simple Yoghurt Sauce)
  • Tabbouleh optional, Note 3
  • Red onion slices
  • Grated cheese
  • Chili Sauce (I use Sriracha, it's perfect)
  • Mejadra (Middle Eastern Rice with Lentils), for Kebab Plate

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Mix marinade in a large bowl. Add chicken and mix to coat well.
  • Cover and marinate in the fridge for a minimum of 3 hours; 24 hours is ideal. If only marinating for 3 hours, add an extra 1/2 tsp salt.

Cooking

  • Preheat the oven to 220C / 430F (standard) or 200C / 390F (fan / convection).
  • Choose a pan that is the right size so the skewers will stay propped up on the sides of the pan, keeping the chicken elevated. Line it with foil.
  • Remove chicken from the fridge and divide it into 2 piles.
  • Take one piece of chicken, fold it in half, then thread it onto two skewers. Repeat until both skewers are full, pushing the chicken together snugly.
  • Prop the skewers on the edges of the baking pan and drizzle with oil.
  • Bake for 35 minutes or until the surface is golden with some charred bits.
  • Spoon the pan juices over the chicken. Then, turn the skewers, drizzle with oil, and bake for an additional 20 minutes (or 25–30 minutes if you are using larger thighs).
  • If you want more color, you can switch to grill/broil for a few minutes on high.
  • Baste again with pan juices and let it stand for 5 minutes.
  • To carve, stand the skewers upright or at an angle, and slice the meat fairly thinly. Use it to make Doner Kebabs or Kebab Plates.

Notes

Marinate the chicken overnight for the best flavor and tenderness. Experiment with spices to find your favorite combination. If you have leftover chicken, you can use it in salads, wraps, or over rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 1000mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g
Keyword Comfort Food, Doner Kebab, Easy Dinner, Grilled Chicken, Middle Eastern Recipe
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