1Take out the cooked Tavuk Döner from the air fryer.
2Take out the cooked Tavuk Döner from the air fryer.
3Take out the cooked Tavuk Döner from the air fryer.
4Slice the cooked Tavuk Döner into bite-sized pieces on a cutting board.
5Slice the cooked Tavuk Döner into bite-sized pieces on a cutting board.
6Slice the cooked Tavuk Döner into bite-sized pieces on a cutting board.
7Add plain natural yogurt, pomegranate molasses, Tatlı Biber Salçası (Turkish Sweet Red Pepper Paste), olive oil, honey, oregano, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, pul biber, paprika, onion granules, garlic granules, sea salt, and black pepper to a bowl.
8Add plain natural yogurt, pomegranate molasses, Tatlı Biber Salçası (Turkish Sweet Red Pepper Paste), olive oil, honey, oregano, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, pul biber, paprika, onion granules, garlic granules, sea salt, and black pepper to a bowl.
9Add plain natural yogurt, pomegranate molasses, Tatlı Biber Salçası (Turkish Sweet Red Pepper Paste), olive oil, honey, oregano, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, pul biber, paprika, onion granules, garlic granules, sea salt, and black pepper to a bowl.
10Mix all the marinade ingredients together to form a paste.
11Mix all the marinade ingredients together to form a paste.
12Mix all the marinade ingredients together to form a paste.
13Add boneless, skinless chicken thighs to the marinade.
14Add boneless, skinless chicken thighs to the marinade.
15Add boneless, skinless chicken thighs to the marinade.
16Mix the chicken thighs thoroughly with the marinade.
17Mix the chicken thighs thoroughly with the marinade.
18Mix the chicken thighs thoroughly with the marinade.
19Place the marinated chicken in the fridge for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
20Place the marinated chicken in the fridge for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
21Place the marinated chicken in the fridge for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
22Soak the wooden skewers in water to prevent them from burning.
23Soak the wooden skewers in water to prevent them from burning.
24Soak the wooden skewers in water to prevent them from burning.
25Skewer the marinated chicken thighs onto four skewers, one at a time, leaving some space in between for even cooking.
26Skewer the marinated chicken thighs onto four skewers, one at a time, leaving some space in between for even cooking.
27Skewer the marinated chicken thighs onto four skewers, one at a time, leaving some space in between for even cooking.
28Place the skewered chicken into the air fryer.
29Place the skewered chicken into the air fryer.
30Place the skewered chicken into the air fryer.
31Cook the chicken in the air fryer at 180°C for 45 to 50 minutes, flipping halfway through, until fully cooked.
32Cook the chicken in the air fryer at 180°C for 45 to 50 minutes, flipping halfway through, until fully cooked.
33Cook the chicken in the air fryer at 180°C for 45 to 50 minutes, flipping halfway through, until fully cooked.
34Prepare pickled cabbage.
35Prepare pickled cabbage.
36Prepare pickled cabbage.
37Fry some chips.
38Fry some chips.
39Fry some chips.
40Prepare Ezme.
41Prepare Ezme.
42Prepare Ezme.
43Assemble the chicken doner: place chicken, pickled cabbage, chips, and Ezme on flatbread.
44Assemble the chicken doner: place chicken, pickled cabbage, chips, and Ezme on flatbread.
45Assemble the chicken doner: place chicken, pickled cabbage, chips, and Ezme on flatbread.
46Serve and enjoy your Tavuk Döner.
47Serve and enjoy your Tavuk Döner.
48Serve and enjoy your Tavuk Döner.
Ingredients
1 kg skinless, boneless chicken thigh fillets
1 kg skinless, boneless chicken thigh fillets
1 kg skinless, boneless chicken thigh fillets
4 large wooden skewers
4 large wooden skewers
4 large wooden skewers
3 tbsp thick set natural yoghurt
3 tbsp thick set natural yoghurt
3 tbsp thick set natural yoghurt
2 tbsp pomegranate molasses
2 tbsp pomegranate molasses
2 tbsp pomegranate molasses
2 tbsp Turkish sweet red pepper paste (tatli biber salçasi)
2 tbsp Turkish sweet red pepper paste (tatli biber salçasi)
2 tbsp Turkish sweet red pepper paste (tatli biber salçasi)
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp clear honey
1 tbsp clear honey
1 tbsp clear honey
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried oregano
0.5 tsp ground cumin
0.5 tsp ground cumin
0.5 tsp ground cumin
0.75 tsp ground cinnamon
0.75 tsp ground cinnamon
0.75 tsp ground cinnamon
0.5 tsp pul biber
0.5 tsp pul biber
0.5 tsp pul biber
0.5 tsp paprika
0.5 tsp paprika
0.5 tsp paprika
0.5 tsp onion granules
0.5 tsp onion granules
0.5 tsp onion granules
0.5 tsp garlic granules
0.5 tsp garlic granules
0.5 tsp garlic granules
0.75 tsp fine sea salt
0.75 tsp fine sea salt
0.75 tsp fine sea salt
0.25 tsp coarse black pepper
0.25 tsp coarse black pepper
0.25 tsp coarse black pepper
pickled cabbage
pickled cabbage
pickled cabbage
chips
chips
chips
Ezme
Ezme
Ezme
salad
salad
salad
Equipment
air fryerlarge bowltongschopping boardknifeserving plate
Tips
Marinate the chicken for a minimum of 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to deepen.
Soak wooden skewers in water before skewering to prevent them from burning during cooking.
Leave a little space between chicken pieces on the skewers for even cooking in the air fryer.
If your air fryer is big enough, you can cook the chips in there too.
You can find recipes for Ezme and pickled cabbage in the cookbook.
Serve loaded in pittas or flatbreads with garlic yoghurt, pickled cabbage, Ezme, salad, and fried chips.
Oven bake instructions are available if you do not have an air fryer.
For oven baking, use halved onions in a deep oven dish to prop up the skewers horizontally, ensuring the chicken doesn't lay completely flat.
Brush the chicken with juices halfway through oven baking and again before resting to keep it moist and flavorful.
Allow the cooked chicken to rest for 5 minutes before carving to maintain juiciness.
Carve the chicken vertically for smaller, bite-sized pieces that break up naturally.
Brush any remaining juices from the cooking dish over the carved chicken just before serving for extra flavor and moisture.
Cook the chicken until the internal temperature reaches 75°C to ensure it is fully cooked and safe to eat.
Flip the chicken halfway through cooking in the air fryer to ensure even browning and cooking on all sides.
The recipe offers flexibility by providing both air fryer and oven-baked instructions, allowing you to choose based on your available equipment and preference.
The dish is designed for a quick and easy Friday night dinner, making it a convenient option for busy evenings.
The combination of different condiments, including garlic yogurt, pickled cabbage, and Ezme, provides a rich and authentic flavor experience.