Chicken Seekh Kabab Recipe
Juicy, smoky Chicken Seekh Kababs made with minced chicken, aromatic spices, and fresh herbs. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or main course, cooked on pan, oven, or air fryer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
- 500 g boneless chicken (finely minced)
- 1 medium onion (very finely chopped, moisture squeezed out)
- 2 green chilies (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves (chopped)
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons bread crumbs or roasted gram flour (besan)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon oil or melted butter
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- ½ teaspoon garam masala
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Add minced chicken to a large mixing bowl.
- Add onion, green chilies, ginger-garlic paste, coriander, and mint.
- Mix in all spices, salt, lemon juice, egg, bread crumbs, and oil.
- Gently knead until the mixture becomes slightly sticky and well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes for better binding and flavor.
- Wet your hands, take a portion of the mixture, and shape it around skewers (or form logs if not using skewers).
- Cook using one of the methods below until golden and fully cooked.
Cooking Methods
Pan Fry
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Heat 1–2 tablespoons oil in a pan
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Cook on medium heat, turning frequently, until evenly browned
Oven
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Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F)
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Place kababs on a greased rack
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Bake for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway
Air Fryer
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Preheat to 180°C (360°F)
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Air fry for 12–15 minutes, turning once
Notes
- Always squeeze excess moisture from onions
- Do not overmix the chicken to avoid rubbery texture
- Add 1 tablespoon cream or yogurt for extra juiciness
- Slight charring enhances flavor—don’t rush the cooking
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