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Sheet Pan Ground Chicken Kebabs

Delicious Sheet Pan Ground Chicken Kebabs in Just 20 Minutes

Enjoy these gluten-free Sheet Pan Ground Chicken Kebabs, ready in just 20 minutes for a quick and healthy dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 kebabs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Kebabs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken thighs for juiciness, breast for lean
  • 1 medium Red Onion chopped finely
  • 1 medium Jalapeños seeds removed for less heat
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves freshly minced
  • 1 tsp Ground Ginger fresh ginger as an alternative
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste for acidity and moisture
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or cilantro if desired
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin for authentic kebab taste
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika regular paprika can be substituted
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper customize to taste
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder omit if using fresh onion
  • 1 tsp Salt adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil can swap with avocado oil

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
    Sheet Pan Ground Chicken Kebabs
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, red onion, garlic, jalapeños, ginger, tomato paste, parsley, cumin, paprika, black pepper, onion powder, salt, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Mix until just combined.
    Sheet Pan Ground Chicken Kebabs
  3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with foil.
    Sheet Pan Ground Chicken Kebabs
  4. Spread the chicken mixture onto the baking sheet, forming it into a rectangle about 1 inch thick. Score the surface into portions for kebabs.
    Sheet Pan Ground Chicken Kebabs
  5. Brush the top with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
    Sheet Pan Ground Chicken Kebabs
  6. Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until golden brown. Optionally, broil for an extra 1-2 minutes for crispiness.
    Sheet Pan Ground Chicken Kebabs
  7. Let the kebabs rest for 3-5 minutes before slicing and serving warm.
    Sheet Pan Ground Chicken Kebabs

Nutrition

Serving: 1kebabCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 29gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allowing kebabs to rest helps redistribute the juices for a better texture.

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