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Get the Recipe: Tandoori Chicken
This Tandoori chicken is a mouth-watering Indian inspired dish! It is loaded with bold flavors. This recipe is characterized by its bright red color, tender and juicy meat, and smoky flavor. It is a popular appetizer or main course!
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Additional Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 35 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 261 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Indian
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup PLAIN yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp garam masala
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp Coriander
- 1 tbsp Turmeric
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp minced ginger
- 1 tbsp salt
- ½ tbsp black pepper
- fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the plain yogurt, lemon juice, vegetable oil, garam masala, paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground turmeric, minced garlic, minced ginger, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix well to form a marinade.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and toss them until well coated. Make sure each piece is covered with the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
- Next, preheat your grill or oven to high heat.
- If using a grill, grease the grates with olive oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking. If using an oven, preheat it to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Remove the chicken pieces from the marinade, shaking off any excess, and place them on the grill or prepared baking sheet.
- Grill the chicken for about 10 to 15 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through. If using an oven, bake the chicken for about 25 to 30 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill or oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Lastly, garnish the Tandoori chicken with freshly chopped cilantro.
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Notes
- I recommend using boneless skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs.
- If you are in a rush, even a 20 minute marinade is better than nothing.
- Grill or bake until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit internally. Use a meat thermometer.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Information
Calories
261kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
6g
(2%)
Protein
34g
(68%)
Fat
11g
(17%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Trans Fat
0.02g
Cholesterol
102mg
(34%)
Sodium
1361mg
(57%)
Potassium
706mg
(20%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
155IU
(3%)
Vitamin C
7mg
(8%)
Calcium
77mg
(8%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 261
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 261kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 102mg | 34% |
| Sodium | 1361mg | 57% |
| Potassium | 706mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 155IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 77mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.