Homemade Chicken Doner Kebab
This super version of a popular street food won't leave you unimpressed. Quite the opposite. It's an incredibly delicious, aromatic, and juicy wrap, and we believe you will love:
- I love how this recipe offers colorful ingredients that create the most delightful wrap
- the chicken meat is tender, juicy, beautifully charred, and grilled outside
- flatbread is homemade, soft, and perfect for wraps - however, feel free to use a tortilla, too
- a delicious dish for adults and kids
- feel free to store roasted meat in the fridge or freezer
- it is a beautiful meal on the go or a healthy(ish) dinner for a busy weeknight
Essential ingredients
In this recipe, we use easily accessible ingredients that can be found in any store worldwide. We purchased all of the ingredients at our local Lidl store. The beauty of this recipe is its versatility, allowing you to experiment with different flavors and ingredients.
Spices - I know there are many spices in this recipe, but they are all essential to achieving those deep, tasty flavors. These spices are the secret to this dish's rich and complex taste, making it a must-try for any food enthusiast.
Meat - For this recipe, choose skinless and boneless chicken thighs. Roast them to achieve juiciness and tender meat. We also tested this recipe with chicken breasts, which were dry and inappropriate.
Sauce—For this recipe, we make two sauces. The first is a beautiful pink sauce with mayo, ketchup, yogurt, and spices. The second is light and fresh, made with yogurt and Mediterranean spices. We recommend making both.
Vegetables - it's essential to use fresh vegetables in this recipe. They add freshness, crunchiness, and so much flavor. We love to use onion, cucumber, lettuce, cabbage, and tomatoes.
Bread—We chose Lepinje bread from Lidl, but you can always make it from scratch. We have a great recipe on our blog. If you can't find it in your country, feel free to use tortilla or pita bread.
Storing and freezing
It's best to prepare this tasty Homemade Chicken Doner Kebab fresh, but feel free to store any leftover roasted meat for later or make the sauces ahead.
Store the roasted meat in an airtight container—place in the fridge for up to 3 days. Before serving, reheat in a skillet on the stove. Store the sauces in an airtight container and refrigerate them for up to 10 days.
You can also freeze the roasted meat. Place it in a freezer bag or airtight container and freeze for up to 2 months. Defrost, then reheat in a skillet on the stove.
How to make Homemade Chicken Doner Kebab at home (video)
Check this quick video to master this Homemade Chicken Doner Kebab recipe at home.
Next, try these wraps and sandwiches
- Greek Chicken Gyros
- Shredded Chicken Burrito
- Caprese Sandwich
- Banh Mi Inspired Sandwich
- Cuban Sandwich
- Meatball Sandwich with Pesto
Made in paid collaboration with Lidl Slovenija d.o.o. k.d.
METHOD
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marinate the meat
In a small bowl, stir to combine all the seasoning ingredients. Add the chicken meat to a large bowl and season with the seasoning mixture. Add the Greek Yogurt, olive oil, and lemon juice. Stir to combine. Cover the bowl with cling film and place in the fridge for 2 hours (or up to 24 hours).
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sauce nb.1
Prepare the first sauce. In a small bowl, add mayo, ketchup, yogurt, minced garlic, cayenne pepper, and 1/4 tsp ground pepper. Stir in paprika powder and tomato paste and refrigerate until needed.
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sauce nb. 2
Prepare the second sauce. Combine both yogurts, minced garlic, ground caraway, coriander, chopped parsley, and dried mint in a small bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper and refrigerate until needed.
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skewers
To prepare the oven, position the rack one level higher than the middle and preheat it to 230°C / 440°F. Line a deep baking dish with aluminum foil. If you're using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 10 minutes to prevent burning. Use four metal or wooden skewers long enough to fit across the prepared baking dish. Cut one large onion into quarters using a knife. Thread one-quarter of the onion onto one pair of skewers, followed by the meat, and then finish with the second quarter of the onion. Repeat the process with the remaining skewers and ingredients.
Place the skewers crosswise on the prepared baking dish, ensuring that the meat doesn't touch the baking sheet.
Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, then turn the skewers and roast for another 15-20 minutes. -
meat
When the meat is roasted, remove it from the oven and cut into very thin slices using a sharp knife without taking it from the skewers. Transfer to a bowl and cover with those delicious roasting juices. Optionally add 1/2 tsp of chopped parsley and a teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
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serve
Cut the Lepinje bread (or pita bread) in half to create six pockets. Toast them in a hot skillet until golden and warm, or use a toaster. Fill the pocket with grated cabbage, chopped lettuce, tomato slices, and thinly sliced onion. Generously fill with roasted chicken and drizzle with both sauces.
