Keto Spicy Chicken Kebabs

Name: Keto Spicy Chicken Kebabs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Armenian
Ingredients: 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into strips; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper; ½ teaspoon turmeric; 3 tablespoons avocado oil; juice from ½ lemon

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An easy grilled chicken kebab recipe that is full of Eastern flavors - turmeric, chiles and garlic - yet very simple to make.

30 Mins

Nutrition Facts

Servings

230

Calories

15.1g

Fat

22.3g

Protein

1.4g

Net Carb

1.7g

Total Carbs

Keto Spicy Chicken Kebabs Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into strips
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
½ teaspoon turmeric
3 tablespoons avocado oil
juice from ½ lemon

Keto Spicy Chicken Kebabs Directions

STEP

1

Cut chicken

To prepare the boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut eat thigh into strips cutting against the grain. Set aside.
STEP

2

Seasoning time

In a small bowl, combine onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper, turmeric.
STEP

3

Turn it into a marinade

Add avocado oil and lemon juice to the spices. Mix until combined.
STEP

4

Marinade chicken

Add spice marinade and chicken thighs to a ziploc bag. Mix until evenly coated. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
STEP

5

Heat up grill

Thread the chicken through skewers that have been pre-soaked in water to keep them from igniting on the grill.
STEP

6

Skewer your chicken

Preheat grill to 400 degrees. You will be grilling over indirect heat. If you are using a charcoal grill, move the coals to one side and cook the kebabs over the side without the coals. If using a gas grill, turn off the burners on one side and grill on the side with no burners turned on.
STEP

7

Grill

Grill chicken kebabs over indirect heat for about 7-10 minutes each side.

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Low-Carb Spicy Turmeric Chicken Kebabs

Chicken Kebabs are a fun keto recipe to make on your grill over the summer months. This chicken recipe uses spices from the East like turmeric and red pepper flakes to add flavor. These spicy chicken kebabs are grilled over indirect heat for a longer period of time to help retain the moisture and juiciness of the chicken thighs.

The Spices For Chicken Kebabs

The seasoning used to marinade the thighs in this keto chicken recipe will most likely be found in your spice rack already. To flavor the chicken kebabs we use garlic and onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, turmeric and salt & pepper. These chicken thighs have just the right level of spice. Not too hot but just enough to let you know these aren’t your traditional grilled chicken kebabs.

The Chicken

I prefer to use chicken thighs in this keto recipe instead of chicken breast meat. Chicken thighs are considered a dark meat within the poultry category. Dark meat has a higher fat content and tends to be more flavorful than the white cuts, ie breast meat. Because of the high fat content and flavor, chicken thighs are an excellent source of protein for those following a ketogenic diet.

The Skewers

If using bamboo skewers, make sure you soak your wooden skewers in water for a few hours before you thread the marinated chicken thighs. This will keep the wooden sticks from catching on fire when you grill them. If you have access to metal skewers, you can use them in this recipe. These don’t require any presoaking.

What To Serve With Grilled Chicken Kebabs

Spicy Grilled Chicken Kebabs pair well with many keto side dishes. Consider any of the following to serve with your kebabs:

Keto Spicy Chicken Kebabs: FAQS

Can I use chicken breast instead of chicken thighs for the kebabs?

Yes, you can definitely use chicken breast! Just keep in mind that chicken thighs tend to be juicier and more flavorful, but chicken breast will work well too. Just make sure to adjust the cooking time as they may cook faster.

What can I substitute for avocado oil?

If you don't have avocado oil, you can use olive oil or coconut oil as alternatives. Both will add a nice flavor to the kebabs!

How spicy are these kebabs? Can I adjust the spice level?

These kebabs have a mild to moderate spice level due to the crushed red pepper. If you prefer them less spicy, you can reduce the amount of crushed red pepper or omit it altogether. For more heat, feel free to add extra!

How should I store leftover kebabs?

Store any leftover kebabs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm them in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

Are these kebabs suitable for meal prep?

Absolutely! These kebabs are great for meal prep. You can grill a batch ahead of time and store them in the fridge or freezer. Just make sure to reheat them properly before serving.

Nutritional information & Macros

Amount Per Serving
Calories	230
Fat	15.1g
Protein	22.3g
Total Carbs	1.7g
Net Carbs	1.4g

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