If you’re looking for a flavorful and satisfying appetizer, this Chicken Shami Kebab recipe is a must-try. A beloved dish in Indian cuisine, these kebabs combine the richness of minced chicken, chana dal, and aromatic spices to create a snack that’s crisp on the outside and tender inside. Ideal for family gatherings, festive meals, or evening snacks, Chicken Shami Kebab pairs perfectly with mint chutney or coriander dip for an irresistible treat.
These kebabs are made using boneless chicken, slow-cooked with spices like cumin, cloves, cinnamon, coriander seeds, and black peppercorns, blended with cooked chana dal for texture. Once shaped into patties and shallow-fried, they develop a golden crust that locks in the flavorful filling. The freshness of ginger, garlic, green chilies, coriander, and mint leaves adds an extra layer of taste, making this kebab both aromatic and satisfying.
Perfect for Ramadan feasts, dinner parties, or weekend indulgence, Chicken Shami Kebabs can be served hot with a dash of lemon juice or wrapped in a roll for a quick on-the-go snack.
Preparation Time: 20 mins
Cooking Time: 50 mins
Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 4
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup chana dal
- 500 g boneless chicken
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 7-8 cloves
- 7-8 black peppercorns
- 2 sticks cinnamon
- 2 tsp coriander seeds
- 1 tsp ajwain
- 3 whole red chilies
- ½ tsp chili flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp finely chopped ginger
- 2 tsp finely chopped garlic
- 2 green chilies
- ½ cup chopped coriander leaves
- ½ cup chopped mint leaves
- 2 eggs
- 2 tsp oil
- 1 cup water
Method:
- In a pan, heat oil and add cumin, cloves, cinnamon, coriander seeds, ajwain, peppercorns, and red chilies. Sauté till fragrant.
- Add chana dal, chicken, salt, and water. Cook until the dal softens and chicken is tender.
- Once cooked, allow it to cool and grind to a coarse paste.
- Mix in chopped ginger, garlic, green chilies, coriander, and mint leaves.
- Shape into round patties, dip lightly in beaten eggs, and shallow fry until crisp and golden brown.
- Serve hot with mint chutney or lemon wedges.
This homemade Chicken Shami Kebab recipe gives you the perfect blend of texture and taste — soft, juicy, and bursting with spice in every bite.
