TURKISH-SPICED CHICKEN KEBABS WITH POMEGRANATE RELISH AND TAHINI YOGURT

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Turkish-Spiced Chicken Kebabs with Pomegranate Relish and Tahini Yogurt image

Provided by Sarah Dickerman

Categories     Chicken     High Fiber     Dinner     Spice     Healthy     Pomegranate     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

Tahini yogurt:
3 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon Baharat Seasoning
1 large garlic clove, pressed
1/2 cup plain whole-milk Greek-style yogurt
1/4 cup tahini (sesame seed paste)
Pomegranate relish:
1 1/4 cups pomegranate seeds
2/3 cup shelled unsalted natural pistachios, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh Italian parsley
2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Chicken:
1/2 cup coarsely grated onion
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons Baharat Seasoning
4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves, each halved lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 3 pieces
Warm pita breads
Ingredient info: Greek-style yogurt is sold at some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores (such as Trader Joe's and Whole Foods markets) and Greek markets. Tahini (sesame seed paste) is available at some supermarkets and at natural foods stores and Middle Eastern markets.
Special Equipment
4 10- to 12-inch-long metal skewers

Steps:

  • For tahini yogurt:
  • Combine lemon juice, Baharat Seasoning, and garlic in medium bowl; stir to blend. Let stand 5 minutes. Whisk in yogurt and tahini. Season tahini yogurt to taste with salt. DO AHEAD: Can be made up to 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
  • For pomegranate relish:
  • Mix all ingredients in medium bowl. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
  • For chicken:
  • Whisk first 4 ingredients in large bowl. Add chicken. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Marinate at room temperature at least 1 hour and up to 2 hours.
  • Preheat broiler. Thread 6 chicken pieces onto each skewer. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place on small rimmed baking sheet. Broil chicken until cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes per side. Arrange kebabs on platter. Serve with tahini yogurt, pomegranate relish, and warm pita breads.

Falak Naz
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This was my first time making chicken kebabs and they turned out great! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pomegranate relish was a great addition. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Amarjeet Mandal
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I'm not a big fan of pomegranate, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I was pleasantly surprised. The chicken was really tender and the pomegranate relish was actually really good. I would definitely make this again.


Gabriella Goliath
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it. The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the pomegranate relish was a great addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Turkish food.


minhaj Alu
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I'm a big fan of Turkish food and I was really excited to try this recipe. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the pomegranate relish was a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


MD mehedi hasan Zihad
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This was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it! He said the chicken was cooked perfectly and the pomegranate relish was a great addition. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves spicy food.


Budhiram Rasali
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the kebabs and the pomegranate relish. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


Erica Cross
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This was my first time making chicken kebabs and they turned out great! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pomegranate relish was a great addition. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Rauf Jan
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I'm not a big fan of pomegranate, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I was pleasantly surprised. The chicken was really tender and the pomegranate relish was actually really good. I would definitely make this again.


MinisterGPJ
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it. The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the pomegranate relish was a great addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Turkish food.


Micko lite
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I'm a big fan of Turkish food and I was really excited to try this recipe. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the pomegranate relish was a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


CJ V
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it! He said the chicken was cooked perfectly and the pomegranate relish was a great addition. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves spicy food.


Malak 3id
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I'm not a big fan of Turkish food, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I was pleasantly surprised. The chicken was really tender and the pomegranate relish was a great addition. I would definitely make this again.


Parvin Dewan
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This was my first time making chicken kebabs and they turned out great! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the pomegranate relish was a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Iris Andriano
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the kebabs and the pomegranate relish. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


Pasang Pasang
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This dish was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it. The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the pomegranate relish was a great addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Turkish food.


Akhtar Azad
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Loved this recipe! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the pomegranate relish was the perfect accompaniment. I also made the tahini yogurt sauce, which was delicious. Will definitely be making this again.


As Karansingh
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So easy to make and so delicious! I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs and they were perfect. The marinade really infused the chicken with flavor. The tahini yogurt sauce was the perfect complement to the kebabs. Highly recommend!


Nirjala Thapa
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Wow! This Turkish spiced chicken kebab recipe was a hit at my last dinner party. The flavors were incredible and the pomegranate relish added a perfect tangy sweetness. My guests raved about how tender and juicy the chicken was. Will definitely make