Smoky chicken skewers

Chicken · Turkish classic.

Ingredients

• 6 Chicken Thighs
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1 tsp Fennel Seeds
• 1 tsp Ground Cumin
• 1 tsp Sweet smoked paprika
• 1 clove peeled crushed Garlic
• 1 tsp Red Wine Vinegar
• To serve Smoky Aïoli

Method

1. Continue cooking — You need 15 skewers: if wooden, soak in water for 10 mins.
2. Continue cooking — Cut chicken into 3cm pieces and place in a bowl.
3. Season — Add 1 tbsp olive oil, the spices, garlic and vinegar, toss well and season.
4. Continue cooking — You can do this up to a day before and refrigerate.
5. Fry — Thread 2-3 pieces on each skewer. Pour remaining oil in a frying pan or rub onto a griddle pan.
6. Continue cooking — Get the pan hot and sear the chicken for 3-4 mins on each side – you may have to do this in batches, keeping the cooked skewers warm in a low oven.
7. Serve — Serve with smoky aïoli if you like.

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