Berlin-Style Turkish Kebab with Hand-Cut Chips

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Juicy grilled kebabs served with crispy hand-cut potatoes and warm pita bread, channeling Brussels' street food scene with authentic spices. This Turkish-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, turns ground chicken, plain yogurt, lemon into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 750 calories and feeds 2, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 2 Turkish cuisine 750 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 lb ground chicken, 1/4 cup plain yogurt, 1 tbsp lemon juice (from 1 large lemon), 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp paprika, and 1/2 tsp salt. Mix with hands for 1 minute until combined, then form into 6 equal patties.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a grill pan over medium-high heat. Add kebab patties and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until browned and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  3. Step 3: While kebabs cook, prepare chips: Peel and cut 1 lb russet potatoes into 1/2-inch thick sticks. Soak in cold water for 10 minutes, then pat dry. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add potatoes in a single layer and cook for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and crispy (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C).
  4. Step 4: Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup pita bread strips and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until crisp and golden.
  5. Step 5: Serve kebabs on crispy pita strips with a dollop of 1/4 cup tzatziki sauce and a side of hand-cut chips.

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