Chicken Doner

Elevate your homemade meal game with this flavorful Chicken Doner recipe, a mouthwatering twist on the classic Turkish street food. Tender, boneless chicken thighs are marinated in a rich blend of plain yogurt, olive oil, smoky paprika, cumin, and a hint of cinnamon, creating layers of bold, aromatic spices that seep into every bite. Perfectly roasted on skewers with caramelized onion slices, this chicken is cooked to tender, juicy perfection with a slight char that mimics authentic doner kebab flavors. The recipe is simple yet packed with restaurant-quality appeal, ready in just under an hour (with minimal prep time). Serve it thinly sliced in warm wraps, fluffy flatbreads, or alongside a fresh salad and rice for a satisfying, fuss-free meal the whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 800 grams Boneless chicken thighs
• 200 grams Plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 4 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 large Onion, sliced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the marinade. In a large bowl, combine the plain yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, tomato paste, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth.

Step 2

Add the boneless chicken thighs to the marinade. Ensure each piece is thoroughly coated by tossing the chicken in the mixture. For optimal flavor, cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight if time allows.

Step 3

Once the chicken has marinated, preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 4

Take the marinated chicken and layer it onto skewers, layering with slices of onion between the pieces. You can use metal or wooden skewers (soaked in water for 15 minutes if using wooden ones).

Step 5

Place the skewers on the prepared baking tray, ensuring they are balanced and the chicken pieces do not touch the base.

Step 6

Roast the skewers in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and has a light charred appearance. Turn the skewers halfway through the cooking process for even grilling.

Step 7

Once cooked, remove the chicken doner from the oven. Allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing it thinly off the skewers.

Step 8

Serve the chicken doner warm, garnished with freshly chopped parsley. Ideal to be served as a filling for wraps, flatbreads, or paired with rice and salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1313.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1874.4

Total Fat 113.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 705.3mg	0%
Sodium 3070.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.7g	0%
Total Sugars 26.1g
Protein 176.4g	0%

Vitamin D 96IU	0%
Calcium 649.4mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 2907.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.0%

Protein: 36.6%

Carbs: 10.4%