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Chicken Shami Kebabs

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Yields1 Serving
DifficultyBeginnerPrep Time30 minsCook Time15 minsTotal Time45 mins
 2 lbs Chicken Breast (cut in large cubes)
 ½ cup Channa Daal
 1 Medium Onion (finely chopped)
 1 cup Cilantro (chopped)
 1 cup Mint (chopped)
 1 Ginger (2-inch piece)
 6 Garlic Cloves (peeled)
 2 Small Green Chilis (serrano or jalapeno)
 1 tsp Crushed Red Chili Flakes
 ½ tbsp Whole Cumin Seeds
 1 tbsp Whole Coriander Seeds (crushed)
 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper
 ½ tsp Salt (or to taste)
 3 Large Eggs
 2 tbsp Avocado Oil or Cooking Spray
1

Thoroughly wash the channa daal and soak for 1 hour. Cook the daal on stove until tender, drain the water and set aside. 

2

Make a paste of ginger, garlic, and green chili peppers, use minimal amount of water for this process. Set aside.

3

Boil the chicken cubes until done (about 15 mins, avoid over cooking). Once cooled, shred the chicken and set aside. 

4

Combine the channa daal, shredded chicken, cilantro, mint, paste made in step 2, dry seasonings, onions, and once egg. Mix well using your hands until you have a smooth mixture. Make about 12 flat shami patties. 

5

Beat the remaining two eggs. 

6

On medium heat, lightly grease pan with oil or oil spray. Dip each patty in beaten egg and cook for about 40 seconds on each side. Set the kebab on a paper towel to absorb excess oil. 

7

Sprinkle chaat masala and enjoy! 

Chef's Tip:

  1. Remove any visible skin off the chicken breast to reduce the fat and calorie content.
  2. Use cooking spray for more even pan cooking.
  3. If using an airfryer, cook each side for 7 minutes at 350 degrees. 

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Nutrition Facts

1 servings

Serving size

4.4 oz


Amount per serving
Calories160
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.3g9%
Saturated Fat 1.3g7%
Cholesterol 95mg32%
Sodium 200mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 8g3%
Dietary Fiber 3g11%
Total Sugars 1g
Includes 0g Added Sugars0%
Protein 19g

Calcium 52mg4%
Iron 2mg12%
Potassium 380mg9%
Vitamin D .25mcg2%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Chicken Shami Kebabs
  1. Remove any visible skin off the chicken breast to reduce the fat and calorie content.
  2. Use cooking spray for more even pan cooking.
  3. If using an airfryer, cook each side for 7 minutes at 350 degrees. 
Whole Wheat Penne with Chicken and Vegetables

1. Low fat greek yogurt and low fat or evaporated milk can be used to substitute the heavy cream.

2. Chickpea, red lentil, or rice pasta can be used to make the recipe gluten-free.