Iskender Kebab Recipe- Turkey Special
The Iskender kebab, reminiscent of a dish from a Turkish restaurant in London, typically features lamb or doner meat, but this chicken variation is equally delicious. Historically, it’s named after Alexander the Great, known to the Persians as “Iskender,” who reportedly favored this dish as his favorite meal.
- Prep Time15 min
- Cook Time15 min
- Total Time30 min
Iskender Kebab Ingredients:
- 4 rounds of pita bread
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, chopped
- 2 medium onions, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 (10.75 ounce) can tomato paste
- Ground cumin, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup melted butter
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
How to Make Iskender Kebab Recipe:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place pita bread on a baking sheet.
Bake the pitas in the preheated oven until they are lightly toasted. Cut them into bite-sized pieces and keep warm.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, onion, and garlic; cook until the chicken is fully cooked and the juices run clear, approximately 10 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and season with cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir for a few more minutes.
Arrange the toasted pita pieces in a serving dish. Drizzle them with melted butter and top with the chicken mixture. Garnish with yogurt and parsley before serving.
