Crush and soften onion, then steep in ice
Add onion to a food processor with chicken thighs and chicken breast, and mince
Grate and drain the onion well
Add spices and saffron water to the chicken mixture and mix together
Skewer the chicken mixture, pushing it up and down and pinching to create the signature look
Transfer the skewered chicken to a tray and roast in the oven until cooked
Plate the chicken kabob on top of basmati rice, with bread, lemon, and butter
Top with sumac
