Quick Chicken Tikka Skewers
These chicken tikka skewers are fast, flavorful, and family-friendly—perfect for serving with rice, salad, or naan.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time15 minutes mins
Total Time25 minutes mins
Course: Main Course
Keyword: chicken dinner recipe, dinner recipe, easy chicken dinner, easy dinner recipe, quick chicken recipes, quick dinner recipe, weeknight dinner recipes
Servings: 4
For the Chicken Skewers:
- 1½ lbs chicken thighs or breasts boneless , cut into chunks
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons tikka spice blend or paste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- juice of ½ lemon
- salt to taste
For Serving:
- 2 cups cooked basmati rice
- 2 cups chopped salad cucumber, tomato, lettuce
- ½ cup plain yogurt or raita
- 2 naan breads warmed
- lemon wedges (optional)
In a bowl, mix yogurt, tikka spice, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Add chicken and toss to coat. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.
Grill on medium-high heat for 12–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred and cooked through. Or bake at 400°F for 18–20 minutes.
While chicken cooks, prepare rice and salad, and warm naan.
Serve skewers with rice, salad, a dollop of yogurt or raita, and naan on the side.
Storage: Store chicken, rice, and salad in separate airtight containers for up to 3 days.
Reheating: Reheat chicken and rice gently in the microwave or on the stove. Keep salad cold and add yogurt just before serving.
Top Tips: Don’t overcrowd the grill, cook skewers in batches if needed. Prep ahead by marinating the chicken the night before. Taste and adjust with a fresh squeeze of lemon just before serving.