CHICKEN KEBAB, TURKISH STYLE

Chicken Kebab, Turkish Style image

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories dinner, easy, weekday, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 large onions, peeled
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon minced garlic
Salt and pepper to taste
3 bay leaves, crumbled
1 tablespoon fresh marjoram or oregano leaves, or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 1/2 pounds boneless chicken thighs or legs, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
Lemon wedges or ground sumac (available in Middle Eastern stores)

Steps:

Start a charcoal or wood fire or heat a gas grill. The fire should be moderately hot and the rack about 4 inches from the heat source. Mince one onion, and combine it in a large bowl with oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, bay leaves and marjoram or oregano. Taste, and adjust seasoning. Marinate chicken in this mixture for at least a few minutes or overnight in refrigerator.
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water to cover for a few minutes. Cut remaining onion into quarters, then separate it into large pieces. Thread chicken and onion alternately onto skewers, leaving a little space between pieces.
Grill, turning as each side browns, and brushing with remaining marinade, for about 12 to 15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Serve with lemon wedges or sprinkle with a bit of sumac.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 481, UnsaturatedFat 23 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 35 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 29 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 635 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams