Recipe: Sheet Pan Chicken Kofta Kebabs

INGREDIENTS

• 2 lbs ground chicken
• ½ red onion, minced
• 7 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Pinch of cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon oregano
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• Olive oil
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 English cucumber, diced
• ½ red onion, thinly sliced into half moons
• ½ cup chopped parsley
• 1 lemon, juiced
• Kalamata olive, for serving

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
2. In a large bowl, mix all ingredients with olive oil until well combined.
3. Lightly oil a sheet tray. Press the meat mixture into a square shape on the tray, about ½ inch thick.
4. Use a straight-edge utensil or knife to cut the mixture into strips and gently separate before baking.
5. Bake for 10-12 minutes, then broil for 2-5 minutes to get a nice golden color.
6. While baking, make a simple salad with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, sliced onion, parsley, and lemon juice.
7. Plate salad, topped with kebabs and a few olives.